Business Manager

Advertised Job Summary

The Business Manager will be responsible for integrating grants administration, budget management, and strategic financial planning to support the Center for Civil Rights History and Research. The position will manage the administration of the grants and sponsored programs, develop and manage an integrated budget for the Center, oversee the financial planning related to facilities operations, and supervise an administrative assistant to support the role.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

7 or more years of experience in grant administration, business management, public administration, human resources, or administrative services. Demonstrated expertise in grant accounting is highly preferred. Experience with USC financial systems such as PeopleSoft Payroll and Finance, Finance Intranet, and USCeRA preferred.

Grants and Sponsored Programs Administration

Manage pre- and post-award administration for multi-million-dollar cooperative agreements. Coordinate award setup, monitor expenditures, track budgets, prepare projections, lead financial closeout, and submit required reports.

Budget Development and Financial Management

Lead development and management of the Center’s operational budget. Monitor expenditures, reconcile accounts, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with policies.

Facilities and Capital Resource Management

Oversee financial planning for facilities operations, maintenance, renovations, and capital projects. Coordinate with university facilities and monitor compliance.

Supervision of Fiscal Operations

Supervise the Administrative Assistant in processing accounting transactions including purchasing, travel, reimbursements, and vendor payments. Ensure accuracy and compliance.