Job Summary
The
Business, Finance and Infrastructure division at CU
Boulder welcomes applications for the
Manager of
Operations, Campus Business Services position! Campus
Business Services (CBS) is a shared services team within the
Business, Finance and Infrastructure unit that provides financial
and business support services, guidance, and resources to campus
departments. The team supports departments in fiscal
administration, business operations, procurement, and expense
administration. By providing transactional support and implementing
guidelines for crucial financial and business operations,
CBS-supported departments can make informed, strategic decisions at
every level. This improves impact, upholds fiscal responsibility,
and contributes to the university's ongoing success.
This position serves as the operational lead for the CBS team,
providing oversight in the management of staff and operations,
researching policy and compliance issues, and implementing
efficiencies. Through these efforts, the position supports the
continued development and implementation of an integrated shared
services model designed to provide comprehensive financial
transactional and business support across the campus
community.
In addition to day-to-day operational oversight, this position
provides higher-level financial management support to departments
served by CBS - including budget development, rate development
analysis, variance tracking, and spend projection - equipping
departments to plan and manage their finances effectively.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
Business, Finance and Infrastructure (BFI) works to ensure the
University of Colorado Boulder has a strategic, systematic, and
comprehensive approach to all areas of resource planning and
management. Our staff provide financial and physical resource
support at all levels to advance the University’s mission. BFI is
led by the
Senior Vice Chancellor
for Finance and Business . The senior vice chancellor reports
to the CU Boulder
Chancellor .
BFI UNITS
- Auxiliary
Services : Children's Center | CU Book Store | Imaging Services
| Parking and Transportation
Budget and
Finance : Office of AVC Budget and Finance | Budget &
Fiscal Planning | Campus Business Services | Campus Controller’s
Office
Business
Strategy : Business Strategy Office | Real Estate Services
Infrastructure and
Resilience : Office of VC Infrastructure and Resilience |
Environmental Health & Safety | Facilities Management | I&R
Business Services |I&R Sustainability | Planning, Design and
Construction
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Operational Management and Service Delivery
- Oversees staff execution of financial transaction and business
support work, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance across
all supported departments.
- Maintains and ensures adherence to CBS's established standards
and procedures for financial and business transactions.
- Advises on compliance with university policies and regulatory
requirements; serves as point of escalation when compliance issues
arise.
- Applies internal control principles to design, implement, and
assess CBS processes, identifying control gaps and recommending
corrective action.
- Delivers and maintains staff training; manages the day-to-day
alignment of work across the team.
- Serves as reviewer and approver of financial and business
transactions, including review of journal entries, reconciliations,
expense reports, requisitions, and monthly close activities
prepared by staff.
- Safeguards the confidentiality and security of critical
financial and student data in accordance with university policy and
applicable regulations (e.g., FERPA, PCI).
- Provides guidance to staff in the production, analysis, and
communication of financial data and processes.
- Maintains successful relationships with campus and system
partners and with the campus departments CBS serves.
- Analyzes data metrics to assess departmental and CBS
performance, identify areas for improvement, and recommend
refinements to existing processes and standards.
- Develops, implements, and analyzes operational goals and
customer satisfaction benchmarks for Campus Business Services and
reports on these to the Director.
Financial Analysis and Planning Support:
- Provides higher-level financial management support to
departments, including complex reconciliations, financial analysis,
and forecasting.
- Leads the creation of monthly financial reports including the
manipulation of data, troubleshooting, analyzing projections and
making recommendations to departments.
- Supports budget development by identifying current and future
budget needs.
- Monitors financial reports and tracks departmental spending to
make sure expenses are within the budgeted allowance.
- Analyzes rate development and tracks variances to advise
departmental and CBS budget decisions.
Liaison and Special Projects:
- Liaises with the Campus Controller’s Office (CCO) and Budget
and Fiscal Planning (BFP) to coordinate training and the
implementation of resources across campus.
- Manages special projects ensuring that project deadlines and
outcome goals are met.
- Participates in campus-wide committees and working groups as
assigned.
Leadership and Supervision:
- Provides leadership, supervision, and training for financial
professionals including recruitment, employee development,
personnel issues and performance evaluations honoring the diverse
and demanding needs of very distinct business units.
- Provides cross-training and backup coverage across the team to
ensure continuity of approvals and critical functions.
- Actively works to develop and maintain a culture of service,
support, innovation, continuous improvement, and employee
development.
Professional Development:
- Participates in workshops, seminars and training programs to
stay current with proven strategies and emerging trends.
- Seeks mentorship and coaching to refine interpersonal and team
leadership skills.
- Stays informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and
technological advancements relevant to higher education finance and
business services.
What You Should Know
- Hybrid work schedule with 1-2 days in the office per week but
can be subject to change.
What We Can Offer
- The annual salary range is $95,000 - $115,000.
Benefits
At the
University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through
the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be ambitious. Be strategic. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university.
- 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal
management, business analysis, and/or financial modeling at a
large, complex organization.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may
substitute.
- Financial and administrative systems proficiency.
What You Will Need
- Comfortable working cross-functionally and collaboratively
across departments.
- Possess exceptional oral, written, and communication
skills.
- Have the ability to address a wide variety of audiences.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to execute on multiple
priorities under time constraints.
- Proven ability as a collaborator and problem solver with staff
and department partners.
- Demonstrated strong customer orientation.
- Collaborative, team-oriented leadership style, good judgement
in recognizing and assessing where day-to-day improvements are
needed.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of internal control
principles.
- Experience related to financial forecasts and cash flows.
What We Would Like You to Have
- A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in
business, management, public/higher education administration, or a
comparable discipline.
- 2+ years of supervisory experience related to finance staff
oversight.
- Experience in a higher education, nonprofit, or public
organization setting, either directly employed or as a
partner/service provider to the sector.
- Ability to evaluate internal controls and understand
organizational risk, implementing appropriate policies and
procedures to ensure compliance.
- Experience managing conflict and skills necessary to bring
parties with disparate views toward mutually beneficial
outcome.
- Demonstrated experience with financial monitoring, compliance,
and operational process improvement within an existing system or
structure.
- Experience with applicable systems (e.g., Concur, PeopleSoft,
Cognos, Anaplan).
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background
and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and
responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
September 16, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through
CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
