Operations Finance Manager

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

University of Oklahoma is seeking an Operations Finance Manager to lead financial operations across a diverse portfolio of programs on campus.

Reporting to the Operations Finance Director, you will supervise professional staff, manage budgets, and provide analysis to drive strategic decisions in housing, dining, facilities, parking, and more.

This role requires collaboration with department directors and various university partners to maintain fiscal integrity and support the university's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or business related field and a minimum of 18 hours of accounting coursework.
• 60 months experience in general accounting to include 12 months experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience with university systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise professional staff and oversee multi-unit budgets.
• Prepare financial reporting and ensure compliance with policies.
• Provide analysis to support strategic decisions and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with department directors and university partners.
• Develop budgets and monitor financial performance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or business related field

18 hours of accounting coursework

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted salary up to $78,800 annually, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible:Yes

Work Schedule:Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel:Not required

Position Introduction:

Operations Finance is seeking a Manager to join our team and play a key role in supporting the financial operations of a diverse and growing portfolio of auxiliary and campus service programs. Reporting to the Operations Finance Director, this position provides financial leadership, strategic planning, and operational oversight for multiple business units, including housing, dining, facilities, parking, airport operations, campus safety, and other revenue-generating programs.

The Operations Finance Manager is responsible for supervising professional staff, managing complex budgets and financial reporting, overseeing revenue and expense activities, ensuring compliance with university policies and accounting standards, and providing financial analysis to support organizational decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who thrives in a dynamic environment. This position works closely with department directors and university partners to develop budgets, monitor financial performance, improve business processes, and maintain the fiscal integrity of a large and complex operation. Through sound financial stewardship and leadership, the Operations Finance Manager helps advance the mission and long-term success of Campus Operations and Auxiliary Services.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or business related field and a minimum of 18 hours of accounting coursework
• 60 months experience in general accounting to include 12 months experience in a supervisory role.

Department Preferences:

• Experience with university systems.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes