Business Services Finance Manager, College of Natural Sciences

Provide regular oversight and tracking of account expenditures and budget activity for internal CNS Deans Office unit budgets as assigned. Prepare monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts, including certification of expenditures in the Expense Account Certification System. Process costing allocation business processes in Workday; create, maintain, and update funding commitments; process transfers of funds; and support account and unit code restructuring to ensure accurate financial reporting and budget integrity. Develop, maintain, and deliver training and onboarding materials for new administrative staff within the CNS Deans Office and reporting units. Maintain accessibility and visibility of standard operating instructions (SOIs), policies, and reference materials. Provide consultative guidance to staff, individually and in group settings, on accounting, accounts payable, procurement, and other university business functions to ensure compliance and consistent application of policies. Manage records retention for the team in compliance with university and state records management requirements. Ensure accurate organization, maintenance, and disposition of financial and administrative records, and provide guidance to staff on records retention standards and best practices. Assist with analysis, documentation, and streamlining internal administrative and financial processes. Identify efficiency opportunities, support implementation of improved workflows, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives across CNS financial operations. Provide advanced administrative and financial support to the CNS Deans Office, exercising independent judgment and demonstrated knowledge of university business policies, procedures, and systems. Serve as back-up to other team members as needed. Perform other duties as assigned, including supporting special projects and initiatives. Participate in internal or cross-unit efforts that advance the operational, financial, and administrative objectives of the college.