Business Manager II

Business Manager II – Department of Textiles, Merchandising & Interiors, University of Georgia – Full‑time, FLSA exempt, Monday‑Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Business Manager II is the primary financial support for the Department of Textiles, Merchandising & Interiors. The role manages daily financial, payroll, and reporting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, financial reporting, grants management, and study‑away oversight. Responsibilities also include budget development, strategic planning, process implementation, and troubleshooting financial and payroll issues in close collaboration with the Department Head and the Office of Finance and Human Resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent) and 2 years of professional experience.

• Knowledge of UGA’s financial, budgeting and payroll practices, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Foundation policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Sponsored Projects Administration preferred.
• Experience in accounting processes including accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, general ledger analysis and reconciliation, and payroll transactions.
• Experience with UGA Systems: UGAmart, OneUSG Connect, UGA Financial Management and UGA Budget Management System.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and MS Teams.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, multi‑task, handle interruptions and meet accounting deadlines.
• Ability to interpret data, process information and report fiscal matters to the Department Head and Chief Business Officer.
• Strong communication skills, written and oral, with confidentiality as needed.
• Strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Dependable and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential.

• Serve as primary processor and approver for payroll and financial transactions.
• Provide department‑level reporting and analysis to support daily operations.
• Interpret and explain fiscal and payroll policies, procedures, standards and compliance.
• Perform troubleshooting, transaction review, reconciliation, adjusting entries, and ensure compliance with UGA policies.
• Use multiple primary systems – Financial Management, Budget Management, OneUSG Connect, UGAmart.
• Coordinate with Graduate Coordinator to ensure accurate effort and funding for Graduate Assistants.
• Approve transactions, prepare financial reports, and provide financial counsel and customer service to department faculty and staff.
• Ensure timely processing of transactions within HR/Payroll deadlines.

• Provide monthly financial reporting to the Department Head and CBO.
• Review department accounts, submit corrective transactions as needed.
• Provide department‑level projections and commitments to aid decision making.
• Lead the annual internal budget development process, meeting deadlines for the College and providing input to the Business and Finance Office.
• Collaborate with the Department Head to assess fiscal needs and develop solutions to financial challenges.

• Coordinate with PIs to submit financial account modifications to the Post‑Award Grants Manager.
• Work with College Grant Managers to ensure proper fund usage and payroll allocations.
• Ensure compliance with grant guidelines for allowable expenditures.
• Provide monthly reporting and financial assistance to the department.

• Assist Program Director in setting up budgets and funding, submitting purchase orders, and communicating with OGE.
• Ensure compliance with OGE guidelines.
• Monitor spending, provide reporting, and help close out programs.

• Participate in department, college, or university trainings or meetings for learning and development.
• Engage in annual goal‑setting during performance evaluations and pursue additional opportunities for growth.