Job TitleAdministrative Staff Officer IRequisition NumberRE50174Working TitleCollege Business OfficerDepartment Name8G000:College of EducationWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level43Salary Range$19.18-30.68/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks.
Shift
Monday through Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk)
Job Summary
The College of Education at the University of Kentucky is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented College Business Officer to lead and manage the financial, grant, procurement, and operational functions of an academic department. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the financial health and compliance of the department through accurate budget management, post-award grant oversight, reconciliation, and financial reporting and forecasting. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative professional with a solid understanding of university accounting policies, strong communication skills, and a commitment to operational excellence.
The College Business Officer will work closely with faculty, staff, and university partners to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policies, oversee payroll processes, support procurement transactions, and advise on business operations. This role serves as the department liaison to Collaborative Grant Services and provides direct support to the department chair and leadership team through financial forecasting, ad-hoc reporting, and strategic planning support.
We are looking for someone with proven experience using SAP and Tableau, and who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you are a problem-solver with a keen eye for accuracy and a passion for supporting academic excellence through strong business operations, we encourage you to apply.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
SAP, Procard, Concur, Travel, Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Tableau
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
BA plus 4 years
Deadline to Apply05/11/2025Our University Community
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