Develop and implement operational processes for the Institute
that integrate with other University departments, including the
Office of Sponsored Programs, Business and Finance Office, and
Human Resources
Manage a diverse funding model of contributed and earned
revenues
Institutional budget development and management
Endowment and gift management, accounting, and reporting
Grant budget development, management, reporting, and
compliance
Contract development, execution, and invoicing
Process purchase orders, online invoices, and requisitions
AWRI cost center assistant review of all expense reimbursement,
purchasing, etc.
Coordinate expense card reconciliation
Manage hiring and contract management of staff
Prepare monthly financial reports for the Executive
Director
Performs other duties as required/assigned by leadership
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or
related field.
- Three (3+) years' experience in the accounting or finance
field.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a
collaborative and innovative team.
- Strong experience in financial management in environments using
spreadsheet and database applications.
- Evidence of strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Evidence of ability to work independently as well as with
others.
- Strong cultural competence, collaboration, and interpersonal
skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates high standards of work quality and integrity.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Federal and/or State grants management experience.
- Audit experience.
- Grant Management Certification (examples: CGFM, CGMS,
Management Concepts Grant Management Certification, GPC, CRA,
SRA).
- Certified Public Accounting credentials.
- University-based finance experience.
- Contract management experience.
- Experience using Workday.
Department: The Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) is a
world-class research facility situated on Muskegon Lake in
Muskegon, MI, on the shores of Lake Michigan. The institute houses
a dozen faculty, numerous research staff, and a robust graduate
program. Located 30 miles from the main Grand Valley State
University campus, AWRI maintains state-of-the-art analytical and
molecular laboratories, a mesocosm facility, and two research
vessels. Please visit the AWRI website (www.gvsu.edu/wri) for more
information on our faculty, facilities, research programs, and
educational/outreach initiatives.
College:
The College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley,
offering over 50 bachelor degrees and a growing number of advanced
degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and
humanities, and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered and
diverse learning community that engages in critical inquiry,
extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public
life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to
equitable, inclusive, career-connected, and community-engaged
liberal arts and sciences education. There are many opportunities
for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners
on and off campus. We are interested in attracting a cohort of new
faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a
community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and
thrive together.
Campus/University: Grand Valley University (GVSU) is a
public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with
campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus
centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University
attracts more than 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with
high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been
nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to
students' social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan
area has a population of around one million people, is affordable,
and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within
easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches,
and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues.
Information can be found at
Community Resources - Human
Resources - Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu). Grand
Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and
LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and
their families in work-life balance. The university seeks to create
an inclusive and diverse environment for faculty and students while
promoting enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active
scholarship, and service. More information can be found at
Grand Valley State University
(gvsu.edu).
How to Apply: Apply online at GVSU Careers. A complete
application
must include: (1) a cover letter addressing
qualifications and your motivation to take this position (2)
résumé, (3) and contact information for three professional
references. The online application will allow you to attach these
documents electronically, in the same file location.
If you need assistance, email Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.
Email questions about the position to: Stuart Jones, Executive
Director of AWRI; jonesstu@gvsu.edu.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.
Application Deadline: The review process will begin
September 14, 2026. The posting may be closed at any time at the
discretion of the University thereafter.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical
stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The
requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The information contained in this job description is for
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by
the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit
discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide
reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities upon request. See
www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD
Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or
1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal
Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity
for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
University policy extends protections to additional
identities.
To apply, visit https://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Muskegon-MI/Business-Manager---AWRI_R104925
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