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Job title: Business Operations Specialist

Company: Arizona State University

Job description: Department NameWPC FinanceJob DescriptionThe W. P. Carey School of Business is recruiting for a Business Operations Specialist within the Department of Finance. This individual will be reporting to the Business Operations Specialist Manager to assist with planning, organizing and coordinating the business operations functions in accordance with established goals, priorities, time limitations, or other specifications. These functions include basic procurement, accounting, payroll, travel, and other duties as assigned. This position is intended to cover a broad range of responsibilities in the Department of Finance, W. P. Carey School of Business.The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a high attention to detail, possess exceptional organizational skills, and have the ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.Days and Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday – Friday. This position is required to be on the Tempe campus. Flexible work options (hybrid work schedule) after 3 months of service with W. P. Carey School of Business, contingent on the needs of the Department of Finance and Dean’s Office approval.Requisition ID104199BRWorking EnvironmentActivities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (75%); frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (25%). Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions. Calculator, telephone, computer (monitor, keyboard and mouse), printer, fax and copier. This position receives general review of objectives.ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.Flexible work options

  • Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times.
  • Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three (3) years of related experience; OR, Seven (7) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Category02VP CodeEXEC VP/PROVOSTScope of SearchOpenDesired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic principles, practices and methods of accounting, budgeting, and inventory management
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management.
  • Experience in performing detailed and complex numerical computations and reports, including analysis and evaluation of budgets, planning and other management information systems.
  • Experience in designing presentation materials.
  • Experience in coordinating activities and establishing priorities.
  • Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Evidence of effective communication.

Close Date13-September-2024Grant Funded PositionThis is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-TimeEssential Duties

  • Experience in using a financial system, and reporting system in a higher education environment (Workday, PeopleSoft and Interfolio preferred)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ASU Travel policies and procedures, specifically with Concur travel system
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat PDF
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ASU policies and procedures regarding financial and purchasing policies and processes
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines
  • Experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
  • Demonstrated knowledge of standard office and administrative practices
  • Ability to perform detailed work in an open and shared work space
  • Evidence of effective communication skills

Salary Range$50,000 – $60,000; to commensurate with education and experienceInstructions to ApplyApplication deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.Job FamilyBusiness Operations

Expected salary: $50000 – 60000 per year

Location: Tempe, AZ

Job date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 07:31:30 GMT

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