BUSINESS OFFICER II

Business Officer II

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Join the UAB Facilities Campus Operations & Maintenance team as a Business Officer II and play a critical role in supporting the operational, financial, and administrative success of Facilities business enterprises.

Position Summary

This position provides leadership in strategic planning, budgeting, financial analysis, and project administration while serving as a key liaison between Campus Operations & Maintenance, Facilities leadership, and University stakeholders.

The Business Officer II directs daily administrative and fiscal affairs, ensures compliance with University financial standards, and supports operational decision-making through data-driven analysis and reporting.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Directs day-to-day administrative and fiscal operations of Campus Operations & Maintenance service centers and business enterprises.
• Develops financial forecasts and participates in annual budget development; performs complex financial analysis and revenue projections.
• Analyzes operating accounts, conducts departmental reviews, and provides follow-up and variance analysis.
• Works collaboratively with Campus Operations & Maintenance leadership and Facilities Business & Fiscal Affairs to develop meaningful financial and administrative reports for the Facilities Executive team.
• Assists in the creation, development, funding, and implementation of project budgets.
• Establishes and maintains standard operating procedures; supports development of service center goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Monitors and adjusts service center and business function charging mechanisms, as needed.
• Provides project management, program coordination, and administrative support across multiple initiatives.
• Interviews, recommends selection, trains, evaluates performance, and assigns work for subordinate staff, as applicable.
• Prepares professional presentations using University data, external resources, and support documentation.
• Serves as liaison between Campus Operations & Maintenance and the Facilities Executive team; represents Facilities leadership with University Administration as needed.
• Works closely with Central Financial Affairs to ensure proper and timely transaction classification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and administrative operations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial and operational data to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of service center operations and cost-recovery models.
• Project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership, technical teams, and University partners.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.