Strategic Operations & Finance Associate

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, College of ACES Extension, Bloomington unit, seeks a Business Operations Associate to oversee multi‑county fiscal operations, budgeting, and contracts under the County Extension Director’s supervision.

You will supervise office staff, manage procurement, ensure funding compliance, and assist program staff with budget development and reporting to allied agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
• Two years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees unit fiscal operations, including program liabilities and reports.
• Manages budgets, internal controls, and property records.
• Coordinates with County Director and staff on budgets, reports, and audits.
• Trains unit staff on fiscal policies and processes.
• Maintains contracts, procurement records, and communication with funding sources.

Skills

Supervisory abilities

Budgeting

Accounting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/management

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, College of ACES Extension, Bloomington unit, seeks a Business Operations Associate to oversee multi‑county fiscal operations, budgeting, and contracts under the County Extension Director’s supervision.

You will supervise office staff, manage procurement, ensure funding compliance, and assist program staff with budget development and reporting to allied agencies.