Research Finance & Operations Manager

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University’s Office of Research in Pullman, WA seeks a Business Operations Manager to oversee financial, personnel, and business administration for designated units. You will lead day-to-day services including accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, budgeting, payroll, travel, and records management.

The role emphasizes grants and contracts administration, supervision, and data management, with a 100% FTE, full benefits, and a salary that reflects experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4+ years of related experience with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, travel, personnel, cost analysis, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial, personnel, and business administration for assigned unit(s).
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, and budgeting.
• Handle payroll, travel, and personnel processes.
• Maintain property inventory, records, auditing, and reporting.
• Administer grants and contracts.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Strong work ethic

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mainframe system

Job description

Washington State University’s Office of Research in Pullman, WA seeks a Business Operations Manager to oversee financial, personnel, and business administration for designated units. You will lead day-to-day services including accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, budgeting, payroll, travel, and records management.

The role emphasizes grants and contracts administration, supervision, and data management, with a 100% FTE, full benefits, and a salary that reflects experience and qualifications.