Assistant Finance & Business Operations Manager (Athletics & Recreation)

Assistant Finance & Business Operations Manager (Athletics & Recreation)

This role provides advanced financial analysis, operational oversight, and coordination of fiscal activities for assigned units, with a specialized focus on Athletics along with support and collaboration for Campus Recreation, Club Sports, and Intramural Programs. This position supports day-to-day financial operations while contributing to budget planning, compliance, and process improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Finance and Business Operations Manager. This position also leads the development and implementation of training programs for sports supervisors, coaches, and program staff, ensuring compliance with University policies and applicable Division INCAA rules and regulations, which govern intercollegiate athletics and require institutional oversight and compliance coordination. Additionally, the position provides targeted support for NCAA audit and compliance processes in collaboration with the Finance & Business Operations Manager and Athletics leadership. This position functions as the primary operational finance lead for Athletics under the direction of the Finance & Business Operations Manager, exercising delegated authority for transaction review, compliance coordination, training delivery, and financial issue resolution.

Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in business by start date with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in accounting or finance; OR associate's degree in business by start date and 7 years of accounting/finance experience; OR 10 or more years accounting/finance experience in lieu of degree. Degree requirements must be completed at start of appointment. Ability to manage multiple tasks, remain organized, prioritize work, and apply a high level of attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in intercollegiate athletics, campus recreation, or a related higher education environment with direct exposure to athletics business operations. Experience providing financial training, process guidance, or functional supervision to staff or departmental users. Experience with Banner Finance, Wright Buy, Emburse, or similar ERP systems. Experience in higher education finance or public sector environments.