Administrative Business Officer in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleAdministrative Business OfficerRequisition NumberRE46746Working TitleBusiness OfficerDepartment Name8T110:College of Social WorkWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical Requirementslifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, prolonged hours at a computer.

ShiftMonday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Evening and weekend work will be required as needed.

Job SummaryThe College of Social Work (CoSW) is seeking a Business Officer to perform business and accounting functions for the department. This Business Officer will work closely with the Assistant Dean of Finance to facilitate administrative and business practices in accordance with university standards and best practices. This position is essential to the success of the CoSW business office, and the individual in this position will provide guidance to CoSW staff and faculty regarding business policies and procedures. The person will serve as the Assistant Dean of Finance in their absence and will be responsible for maintaining budgets and facilitating account activities for all account numbers in the CoSW. Other duties will include ensuring departmental compliance with travel and procurement card regulations and providing ongoing reports on account activities. Qualified candidates will have an advanced understanding of accounting and business operations.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of accounting and business operations

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree preferred.

Deadline to Apply08/26/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Describe your experience using SAP. Include the modules (i.e. FI, BW, HR, etc.) you have utilized.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Describe your experience with reviewing monthly reconciliation process, forecasting/budgeting, and analyzing spending trends.
4. (Open Ended Question)
5. * Briefly describe a time when you used an advanced spreadsheet to solve a problem, calculate/track complex financial data, or provide useful information to decision makers.
6. (Open Ended Question)
7. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• Indeed.com
• A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
• UK Job Fair
• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents