Strategic Operations & Finance Manager (Academic)

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University seeks a Business Operations Manager to bridge the Administration and Finance Office with the Research Office within the Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing. The role reports to the Director of Administration and Finance and supports fiscal, HR, and administrative tasks across MRJCON.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with experience in budgets, procurement, and contract management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and email; MS Office Suite preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable College and University policies and procedures.
• Experience with budgets, HR processes, procurement, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Submit student stipends and scholarship disbursement and/or fellowship paperwork.
• Assist with travel and expense reports for students, staff, and faculty.
• Update and maintain budget portfolio for encumbrances.
• Review and submit financial transactions for payment in line with budget and grant initiatives.
• Payroll reconciliation and salary spreadsheet maintenance for MRJCON indexes.
• Assist with personnel hiring for research and programs under the college’s oversight.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Montana State University seeks a Business Operations Manager to bridge the Administration and Finance Office with the Research Office within the Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing. The role reports to the Director of Administration and Finance and supports fiscal, HR, and administrative tasks across MRJCON.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with experience in budgets, procurement, and contract management.