University of Arkansas System
University of Arkansas System
The University of Arkansas System is a statewide public university system supporting educational access, research, healthcare, and community service across Arkansas. Established in 1871, it brings together universities, community colleges, and specialized institutions that contribute to the state’s economic, educational, and cultural development. The system’s work spans teaching, discovery, administration, and public engagement, guided in part by its Transformation 2025 strategic plan. Its broad network creates opportunities for people interested in contributing to higher education and the many services its institutions provide.

Financial Operations Manager

Manage grants, contracts, budgets, and financial planning for UAMS programs that expand rural hearing care. Advise Center leadership on spending, funding, and financial reporting.

Description

  • Oversee the Center’s financial operations, including grants, contracts, annual budgets, and long-range planning.
  • Translate complex financial data into clear insights to help Center leaders make spending decisions.
  • Lead annual budget development and maintain multi-year financial forecasts.
  • Advise Center leadership on spending patterns, budget variances, regulatory issues, and financial strategy.
  • Prepare monthly reports for internally funded accounts and gather information for financial reporting and planning.
  • Review grant accounting reports, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections.
  • Prepare financial reports and responses for funders.
  • Keep electronic financial records accurate and well organized.
  • Review grant funding each month, tracking expenditures, available balances, and multi-year forecasts.
  • Follow federal rules for grant and contract administration.
  • Oversee annual grant closeout activities.
  • Coordinate monthly effort allocation and tracking for Center faculty and staff, including salary cap accounts.
  • Review budgets for new funding proposals.
  • Manage approvals and execution for contracts, data use agreements, and other legal documents that support Center activities.
  • Advise colleagues on contract regulations and requirements.
  • Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field plus four years of grants management or finance/accounting experience, or a high school diploma plus eight years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with grant budgets and administration.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Experience using Workday effectively.
  • Strong executive function, including critical thinking, strategic perspective, logical reasoning, and problem-solving.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively in groups.
  • Initiative and flexibility.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-directed approach and ability to work independently with good foresight.
  • Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
  • Preferred: Certified Research Administrator credential.
  • Preferred: Certified Financial Research Administrator credential.
  • Preferred: Certified Grants Management Specialist credential.
  • Preferred: Previous supervisory experience.
  • Preferred: Experience in academic institutions.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans are available for qualifying staff and their families.
  • Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Undergraduate education discounts for staff and dependents.
  • UAMS matches contributions up to 10%.
  • Basic life insurance coverage up to $50,000.
  • Career training and educational opportunities.
  • Merchant discounts.
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using a UAMS pharmacy.
  • Remote work is an option.

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