Fiscal Manager - Industrial Engineering

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 14, 2025
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Closing Date: 06/23/2025 Type of Position:Budget and Financial Analysis Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Industrial Engineering Administration Department's Website: https://engineering.uark.edu/industrial-engineering/ Summary of Job Duties:The Industrial Engineering Fiscal Manager is responsible for the management and oversight of departmental research centers and fiscal operations, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal regulations. The Fiscal Manager plays a key role in supporting the department's research and operational goals. Additionally, the Fiscal Manager works closely with the department's distinguished alumni group, the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineers (AAIE) to aid in their fiscal management regarding budget and scholarships. Key Responsibilities: Manage, supervise, and reconcile all fiscal operations, including budgets involving state funds, foundation accounts, research centers, and research grants. Serve as the primary departmental contact for setting up worktags, performing cost center adjustments, and reconciling accounts. Oversee procurement processes including acquisition management, invoicing, travel coordination, and purchasing activities. Support the operations of departmental research centers, including effort certifications and budget tracking. Assist with data collection and preparation for annual financial reports and audits. Maintain scholarship accounts and coordinate the disbursement of scholarship funds to student accounts. Assist the department's Operations Manager with minor HR-related tasks as needed, such as onboarding support, coordinating employee documentation, and maintaining confidential records. Additional duties include event preparation and execution. All department staff contribute to various events and meetings, such as AAIE banquets and meetings, student banquets and receptions, Liaison Committee meeting, and other special gatherings as needed. As such, infrequent after-hours work is required. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, higher education, or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications. At least three years of experience in financial management, accounting, or budget administration Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with grant management, higher education budgets, foundation accounts, or other restricted funds At least five years of experience in a university setting Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Proficiency in budgeting, financial reporting, and account management. Ability to prepare budgets and monitor expenditures. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Experience with software application programs, database management, and travel tools (e.g., Workday, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Concur, etc.). Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with assigned department or program. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities, resources, and materials associated with the needs of the department or program Additional Information: Salary Information: $56,123.00 - Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Recruitment Contact Information: Ashley Reeves, ayoungbl@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes