Senior Business Manager - Tifton Campus

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14378P

Working Title

Senior Business Manager - Tifton Campus

Department

CAES-Business Services

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

College / Unit / Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

11 / 12 / 2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

11 / 28 / 2025

Proposed Starting Date

01 / 01 / 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications received by November 19th, 2025 will be assured full consideration; however, review will continue until the position is filled.

A total of four positions will be available from this posting.

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Position Information

Classification Title

Business Services Pro III

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using OneUSG Connect and UGA Financials
• Experience managing budgets, processing transactions, and performing general ledger accounting tasks with USG / UGA systems

Position Summary

The Senior Business Manager provides leadership and direction to their assigned team. The Senior serves as the point of contact for the assigned units, ensuring business and personnel needs are met.

In addition, this role provides financial support to scientists in assigned departments. The role will be responsible for proper routing and budgeting of new employees, allocation and signoffs on P-Card transactions, and maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions. Further, the successful business manager will work closely with departmental and college staff to ensure that all personnel are properly budgeted and that monthly payroll is submitted on time. Finally, the person will work with faculty to close out accounts before project completions on restricted accounts or at the end of the fiscal year on state accounts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Physical Demands

Typical office environment

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Accounting & Payroll

Percentage of time

50

Duties / Responsibilities

Supervision & Leadership

Percentage of time

25

Duties / Responsibilities

Reporting

Percentage of time

10

Duties / Responsibilities

Miscellaneous

Percentage of time

15