Business Officer 2
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Department:

Graduate Education - SOM-420301

Accounting/Finance/Auditing

12/16/2024

01/12/2025

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Business Officer 2

EHRA Non-Faculty

20065031

NF0008750

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

01/20/2025

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Flexible work arrangements, including remote/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. This position is expected to be hybrid with at least 2-3 days per week on campus. Please note the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

The Business Officer 2 is responsible for performing activities in the Office of Graduate Education (OGE) Department for the School of Medicine. The primary purpose of this position is three-fold: 1) to manage day-to-day financial operations of the OGE including accounts supervision; 2) to manage grant spending and reporting for OGE programs, and 3) to manage the OGE budgeting process including assembly of budget, calculation, and recovery of funds from units that pay into the OGE, and analysis and reporting for OGE leadership. The individual in this position will liaise with the School of Medicine Finance and Business Operations (FBO) and with Human Resources on matters relating to finances and salaries. This position is expected to operate independently, making key decisions about OGE funds and business matters using their professional discretion, while communicating effectively with supervisors, OGE employees, UNC departments, and external stakeholders.

The Business Officer should possess a high degree of accuracy, effective communication, and collaboration skills since it will participate of decisions and communication with other departments and organizations that have a direct impact on the quality and integrity of the Office of Graduate Education. The ability to interpret and communicate policies and procedures will be essential when communicating to faculty, staff, and students. Business Officer must possess the ability to use professional judgement to resolve complex business problems, and the ability to be proactive and think strategically.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to teaching, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. In addition, the position minimums should satisfy any accreditation requirements in the specified area of instruction.

Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office products such as Excel and Word required.

Master's degree and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. Demonstrated experience with grants administration in a university setting. Familiarity with UNC systems including ConnectCarolina and lnfoporte. Management experience, organization skills and customer service experience preferred.

Not Applicable.