Business Manager, Law School Business Services

Two schools, each with distinctive strengths, have come together to create one law school with extraordinary opportunities for learning experiences and career growth.

Rutgers Law School-with locations in Camden and Newark-offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; a geographic presence that spans one of the nation's 10 largest legal markets (New Jersey) while also offering immediate access to two of the five largest markets (New York City and Philadelphia); an alumni network with over 20,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact.

As the law school for a top public university, Rutgers Law School is committed to the highest standards of teaching, scholarship, and service to its host communities, the state of New Jersey, and the nation.

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Rutgers University Law School seeks a Business Manager, reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Administration. This position is responsible for a variety of business services such as budgeting, accounting, forecasting, grant administration, financial reporting and human capital management for Rutgers Law School (Camden-Newark). This position has responsibility for providing business acumen to the Senior Associate Dean with respect to the school's accounting, contracts, grants etc.
Key responsibilities for this position include the following:

Provides leadership, organization, direction, and administration of all division business services, including accounting, cash accounting, finance, budget, and grant accounting, as well as the administration of policies, physical plant construction and renovations, grant administration, and purchasing. Develops a coordinated plan for the administration of such services. Manages revenues, cash operations, and/or budgets.

Provides independent accounting to support directors, principal investigators and research staff as well as guidance/counsel regarding various funding agency guidelines and requirements. Supporting directors, PI's and research staff regarding expenditures and budgeting. Overseeing and administering salary allocations to grant and non-grant accounts as necessary. Assisting with the resolution of a diverse range of fiscal issues consistent with an understanding of accounting, vision, roles and goals of the law school and consistent with a comprehensive understanding of accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP).

Develops, communicates, and enforces policies and procedures to complete required financial processes and prepare records necessary to safeguard assets and provide reliable financial information to a wide range of internal and external clients. Interprets, communicates, and implements fiscal policies and practices to meet the law school's needs.

This position will prepare the annual budget and provide oversight of the day-to-day administration of the law school budgets across both campuses. This position leads the monthly and fiscal year-end closing processes, reconciliations, and financial forecasting for the law school. Providing monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for internal Law School, Chancellor's Office, University Budget and Controller's Office, and external constituencies. Ensuring travel, expense reimbursements, and credit card spending for faculty and staff are in accordance with the university policy/guidelines and budgetary constraints. Serving as the reviewer/approver of departmental purchases while ensuring adherence to university policy, along with departmental budgets. Reviews and approves all journal entry transfers.

Ensures the accurate and timely completion of documents for the creation of accounts and processing of financial transactions, and professional, prompt, and courteous service to clients by resolving or directing employees to resolve financial issues. Ensures security of funds received and disbursed by implementing and auditing procedures for proper controls and timely deposits/disbursements.

Takes an active role in the development and meeting of planning strategies, and works independently to meet objectives with minimal supervision. Identifies and manages financial, operational and regulatory risks. Communicates risks and resolutions to the Senior Associate Dean.

This position is responsible for the management and development of the business manager positions across both campuses. The span of control for this position includes (either directly or through reporting relationships) budget, payroll, grants, disbursements/procurement, accounting, and reporting. The position is a key strategic partner to Human Resources, Research & Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contract Accounting, and the Chancellor's Offices in Camden and Newark, particularly as it relates to position control.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that fully demonstrates knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. It also requires a minimum of five years relevant experience, with a demonstrated track record of progressive growth, that indicates successful leadership and management skills.

* Master's degree, college/university experience in a financial role. Some knowledge of the RCM budget model is helpful.

* Good organizational and communication skills, and computer literacy.

* Superior Excel skills and proficiency with the entire Microsoft Suite; working knowledge of simple database and purchasing software, e.g. Sciquest, Hyperion, Oracle or PeopleSoft systems.

* Excellent customer service, ability to prioritize and execute multiple responsibilities with careful attention to details.

* Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse community in a professional set up; and proficiency with university accounting and information systems

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Prolonged computer utilization and long periods in sedentary positioning.