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Manager, Business and Operations
Manager, Business and OperationsUniversity of Denver • Denver, Colorado, USA
Manager, Business and Operations

Manager, Business and Operations

University of Denver • Denver, Colorado, USA
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The Business Solutions & Analysis Team is comprised of a team of business officers who are highly trained and efficient in University business functions. This office sits in the Business and Financial Affairs Division. We strive to be a trusted and innovative partner delivering exemplary business services in support of the DU community.

Position Summary

The Manager of Business and Operations provides hands-on management and oversight of financial human resources and business processes within the assigned units. Reporting to the Director of Business and Operations this role ensures accurate budgeting financial monitoring and operational support to facilitate smooth unit functioning.

The Manager serves as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders collaborates with central offices to implement policies and procedures and supervises a small team to deliver timely compliant financial and HR services.

Essential Functions

Financial & Budget Management

  • Manage day-to-day financial activities including budget tracking expense monitoring and preparing monthly financial reports.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Monitor fund usage and ensure compliance with university policies and sponsor guidelines.
  • Process purchase requests contracts P-Card reconciliations and invoice approvals in line with internal controls.
  • Ensure proper accounting for journal entries accruals and transfers

Human Resources & Administrative Support

  • Oversee HR transactions such as position setup hiring paperwork payroll coordination and personnel file maintenance.
  • Ensure compliance with university HR policies and assist in performance review processes.
  • Provide support to staff onboarding and training related to financial and administrative procedures.
  • Team Supervision & Development

  • Supervise a team of business officers providing guidance and task delegation for scalability and accuracy.
  • Foster professional development and ensure cross-training within the team.
  • Conduct regular team meetings and communicate updates from senior leadership.
  • Compliance & Business Process Improvement

  • Support adherence to university policies audit requirements and operational standards.
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows and enhance service delivery.
  • Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
  • Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Understanding of financial management principles including budgeting expense monitoring and accounting practices.
  • Familiarity with university or nonprofit financial systems and ERP platforms (e.g. Banner PeopleSoft Salesforce).
  • Knowledge of human resources policies compliance requirements and performance review processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Leadership and team management skills including staff supervision and professional development.
  • Ability to identify workflow inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in financial and HR transactions.
  • Ability to adapt and multitask in a dynamic environment while meeting deadlines.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Business Accounting Finance or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 35 years of relevant experience in financial management budgeting or administrative roles.
  • Experience with university or nonprofit financial systems preferred.
  • Strong organizational communication and analytical skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 applications including data analysis reporting and collaboration tools
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Banner Salesforce PeopleSoft or similar ERP systems.
  • Experience supervising staff or managing teams.
  • Knowledge of FERPA and HR processes and compliance in higher education.
  • Working Environment

  • Standard office environment.
  • Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
  • Noise level is quiet to moderate.
  • Physical Activities

  • Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Occasionally required to move about the office / campus.
  • Work Schedule

    Monday - Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 position is eligible for a hybrid schedule a minimum of three (3) days in office is required.

    Application Deadline

    For consideration please submit your application materials by 4 : 00 p.m. (MST) December 5 2025.

    Special Instructions

    Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

    Salary Grade Number :

    The salary grade for the position is 12.

    Salary Range :

    The salary range for this position is $80000-$90000

    The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate departmental budget availability internal salary equity considerations and available market information but not based on a candidates sex or any other protected status.

    Benefits :

    The University of Denver offers excellent benefits including medical dental retirement paid time off tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

    Please include the following documents with your application :

    1. Resume

    2. Cover Letter

    The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression) marital family or parental status pregnancy or related conditions national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color national origin ancestry age religion creed disability sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression) marital family and parental status pregnancy genetic information military enlistment or veteran status and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal state or local law regulation or ordinance in any of the Universitys educational programs and activities and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers Rights (POWR) Act; and any other federal state and local laws regulations or ordinances that prohibit discrimination harassment and / or retaliation. For more information please see the University of Denvers NonDiscriminationStatement.

    All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Disaster Recovery,Order Management System,SAFe,TOGAF,Business Management,White Papers,Investment Banking,Middleware,Project Management,Sharepoint,Order Fulfillment,Google Suite

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 80000 - 90000

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