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Posting Details Posting Number: S14835P Working Title: Business Services Pro I- Tifton Campus Department: CAES-Tifton Campus Posting Type: External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Eligible Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience Posting Date: 03/09/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date 04/01/2026 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. Applicant Information Special Instructions to Applicants: Please include your Resume, Cover letter and a list of References. Position Summary The Business Manager supports the Senior Business Manager and departmental faculty by overseeing daily administrative, financial, and operational functions. This role ensures efficient business operations, compliance with university policies, and effective coordination with faculty, staff, and external partners. The Business Manager serves as a resource for assigned units, providing guidance on financial transactions, personnel processes, and reporting needs. They also resolve day-to-day issues and coordinate with stakeholders to implement solutions. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications not listed in the original text. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Ability to remember details, accurately analyze information, and arrive at appropriate conclusions Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a broad constituent base Ability to work in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule High level of professionalism and confidentiality Physical Demands Lift lightweight materials. Sit at a desk the majority of the work day. Driving as needed to perform job duties. Duties / Responsibilities Accounting & Payroll (45%) Process routine accounting allocations, EDRs, budget transfers, AP vouchers, and general ledger journals. Review and submit payroll transactions for accuracy on a bi-weekly/monthly basis. Approve travel requests, purchase orders, payment requests, and journals. Perform weekly accounting validations and adjustments as needed. Assist faculty with budgeting related to grant proposals when necessary. Serve as the designated P-Card approver for cardholders within the unit Reporting & Compliance (45%) Prepare and distribute monthly financial status reports for faculty and staff. Work with faculty to close out accounts before project completions on restricted funds or at the end of the fiscal year on state funds. Monitor expenditures for compliance with approved budgets and ensure internal controls are followed for all fiscal functions. Resolve daily operational issues and elevate complex matters to the Senior Business Manager. Miscellaneous (10%) Support special projects and initiatives led by the Senior Business Manager. Perform other duties as assigned. Contact Information Recruitment Contact Name: Mary Beth Bennett Recruitment Contact Email: mary.bennett@uga.edu Applicant Documents Required Documents: Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References with Contact Information Optional Documents: Other Documents #1 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, 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 (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr