Business Mgr II SPVR

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Jan 16, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Business Mgr II SPVR
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department	College of Nursing
Overview	The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that comprise the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS). As part of the RBHS, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's premier, comprehensive, public institution of higher learning. Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's, master's, post-master's, DNP and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campuses located in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Mgr II SPVR for the School of Environmental and Biological Services. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Grants and Contracts Manager is responsible for the daily operations as it relates to Research and Sponsored Projects within the School of Nursing. Provides full oversight of all grant post-award administration for the School of Nursing. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Provides independent accounting and budgeting support to Directors and Principal Investigators including but not limited to proposal budget development, financial monitoring, review and analysis in accordance with University grants and contracts policies and policies as well as funding agency guidelines and requirements including both federal and state agencies. Supports PIs in providing information for budget development. Manages all aspects that fall within the post-award category, overseeing the allocation of salaries to grants and ensuring consistent reconciliation of all sponsored projects and projects related to research activities. Acts as the primary approver for expenses against projects, providing proactive guidance to PIs and the grants and Contracts Analyst to ensure proper expenditures and no overdrafts. Manages the Effort reporting process, working with supporting staff and PIs to ensure timely allocation of effort on projects, processing salary adjustments as needed, and coordinating ECRT certifications in line with the University's required timeline. Works with the Grant and Contract Accounting office very closely to ensure timely financial reporting for all sponsored projects, maintaining a tracking system detailing the reporting schedules and required documents. Prepares for grant account closeouts, working with PIs and financial staff to identify and process cost transfers, and salary reallocations as needed and appropriate within the stated University and sponsor guidelines. Performs other duties and tasks as required for the smooth operation of the Finance Department within the School of Nursing.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	07
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	91297.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	115559.00
Annual Maximum Salary	139821.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices. Also requires a minimum of five years of relevant grant administration professional experience in a financial/ accounting function particularly in the area of grant management.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and a professional/courteous manner when working with both internal and external constituents. Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information. Excellent computer skills and experience using spreadsheets, charting, and other software tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau. Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present and clearly articulate analytical results and findings to a diverse set of people with varying skill sets. The ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential financial or organizational matters. The ability to respond flexibly and positively in all circumstances, and to work calmly under pressure. The ability to interact and work effectively with diverse people and a wide range of stakeholders, including but not limited to, Faculty, Administrators, Research Staff, University Officers and any additional key points of contact.
Preferred Qualifications	5+ years experience in a University environment preferred. A firm understanding of how to administer both State Contracts and Federal Awards. Knowledge of Rutgers University-sponsored projects and accounting procedures is strongly preferred. Experience using applications such as RAPSS, Oracle General Ledger (Discoverer Reports), ECRT, PeopleSoft HCM, or similar systems. Two years of experience in personnel supervision is preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0093
Posting Open Date	01/15/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement