Business Manager

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

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JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the purpose of this position is to provide direct support pertaining to all Center for Journalism & Democracy (CJD) business and fiscal matters and to provide overall financial administration of requisitions, invoices, grants, and contracts housed in the Center. This position will help the Center fulfill its mission: To bolster the field of journalism in service of our multiracial democracy by supporting the teaching and practice of historically informed investigative reporting at Howard University and across the constellation of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The Center provides academic and financial support to students, faculty and news organizations located at Howard University and the nation’s largest journalism programs located at HBCUs.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others, except for interns and student employees.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts include executives, administrators, faculty, students, and staff of the university at large. External contacts include alumni, consultants, representatives from other colleges and universities, visitors, and the general public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manages grant spending and tracking for the CJD’s multi-million dollar grant portfolio
• Works closely with the Center’s director and grants manager to supervise the development and monitoring of grant proposal budgets and grant reports, ensuring alignment with the University advancement team and relevant grant accounting offices.
• Responsible for CJD’s operating budget and assists the Center’s director, as well as all division heads and program with budgetary matters and decisions.
• Responsible for developing financial and operational procedures for the orderly coordination and processing of financial and human resource matters.
• Performs evaluative analyses of CJD’s administrative effectiveness and presents recommendations for improving efficiency and effectiveness.
• Formal responsibility for the management of budgets, development of policy, and the implementation of administrative organizational procedures.
• Maintains, reviews, and reconciles Workday reports for the Center’s director.
• Recommends budgetary procedures and formulates the annual budget for the department.
• Coordinates and assists the Center’s personnel with budget activity, proper expenditures coding, document preparation, and other accounting-related activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Foster an inclusive and productive team culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated capability to collaborate and take initiative in developing and applying new technologies for the training and development of employees of the university.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of analytical budgetary accounting.
• Knowledge of the budgeting cycle process.
• Ability to prepare and maintain timely and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Extensive experience in the use of computers and experience in word processing, spread sheets, database, and power point applications.
• Ability to conduct research and prepare comprehensive complex financial and budget reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse population. Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations and work collaboratively across functions, levels, and departments toward shared objectives.
• Experience navigating policy requirements at an academic institution
• Ability to provide and receive direct and constructive feedback
• Passion for and familiarity with HBCU student populations and culture

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related area with 6-8 years in accounting functions with at least 6 years in analytical budgetary accounting work experience.
• 12 years of related work experience may be substituted in lieu of educational qualifications.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Expected Pay Range: $113,000 – $123,000

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