Business Operations Professional

Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S14252P
Working Title Business Operations Professional
Department COE-Business Office
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 ( . 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
As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.
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
M - F, 8 - 5
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date 10/14/2025
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 12/15/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens 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 ( ).
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 .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .
Position Information
Classification Title Business Ops Pro-Coll/Div II
FLSA Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or familiarity with the financial, HR, and payroll systems of the University of Georgia.
Position Summary
Managing and controlling accounting, budgeting, auditing, and other financial or related functions to ensure the financial integrity of the Mary Frances Early College of Education.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of UGA policies and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel.
• Strong communication skills.
• Customer service focus.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgetary theory, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to departmental budgets and accounting practices.

Physical Demands

• Sitting at computer for extended periods of time.

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? No
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

• Review and approve all financial and payroll transactions on resident instruction, royalty, and foundation funds for assigned units.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with college, university, and state policy and procedure.
• Advise departmental business managers on how to resolve any transactional or budgetary issues in a timely fashion.
• Review ledgers to help identify such discrepancies.
• Monitor internal spreadsheets for appropriate posting as well as timely and accurate reconciliation to general ledger.
• Aid in troubleshooting spreadsheet issues.
• Provide support to units where needed.
• Assist units during business manager transition and assist in training of new business manager hires within units.

Percentage of time 55 Duties/Responsibilities

• Review payroll report submissions from unit business managers to ensure completeness and accuracy is confirmed.
• Work with unit business managers to identify corrective actions needed when a discrepancy is identified.
• Review bi-weekly timecards of assigned units to ensure time worked and leave is properly entered prior to payroll deadlines.
• Generate and/or analyze transactional and budgetary reporting to determine whether corrective action is required.
• Assist in development of reporting for college administration.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Advise assigned units on college, university, and state financial policies and practices.
• Review for and advise on use of best practices.
• Advise units on best practices and on establishing effective processes.
• Assist unit heads and faculty with budgetary questions and strategic planning.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with annual budget development for the college and other budget related projects.

Percentage of time 5 Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Andrew Garber
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents