• Business Manager -

Job Number:

251241

Organization

: Human Resources Admin Office

Job Location

: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Schedule

: Full-time

Work Schedule: 8 AM - 5 PM Monday - Friday

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary $80,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

The position is responsible for leading and managing the daily financial and administrative operations of the department. This includes overseeing payroll, financial transactions, account reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. The role develops and monitors budgets, provides financial forecasts, and delivers budget updates to support strategic decision-making. This position also conducts operational assessments and complex financial analyses to identify trends, evaluate the impact of changes, and recommend improvements that drive operational efficiency and informed planning. This position will be responsible for managing ePAFs and coordinating the onboarding and offboarding of HR employees and Worker's Compensation.

The position will supervise a team of financial and administrative staff, ensuring high-quality performance through effective task delegation, mentorship, and training.

Why OU?

In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 16 – 25 hours of earned PTO per month.
• Insurance plans for you and your family.
• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee.
• And much more! For a list of OU’s benefits, click here!

Essential Duties:

• Oversee daily financial operations including payroll review, financial transaction approvals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental budgets; provide regular forecasts and budget status updates.
• Supervise and support financial and administrative staff; delegate tasks, review work quality, and provide mentorship and training.
• Conduct operational assessments and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform complex financial analyses to assess trends, evaluate impact of operational changes, and guide planning efforts.
• For a full job description, click here.

Join a university where leadership, innovation, and impact converge. Sound like you? Prepare your resume and cover letter and click Apply Online above. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field, AND:

• 36 months experience in Finance, Accounting, or closely related field to include 12 months managerial or supervisory experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Supervision:

• 2 - Norman Employees
• 1 - HSC Employees

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting

: Jun 12, 2025

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