Fiscal Affairs Manager

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department website: ossa.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed

Advertised Salary: $70,000+ (commensurate with experience)

Posting Date: 06/29/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 08/10/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: Priority review will be given to those applicants who submit prior to July 10, 2026 at 5:00pm.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title: Business Services Manager

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience

Position Summary: The Fiscal Affairs Manager for the Office for Student Success and Achievement (OSSA) leads the office’s business operations and strategy and develops strategic solutions that support business success across the division. This individual directs the use and monitoring of a variety of complex financial accounts to ensure compliance and maintain balance throughout each account’s life cycle.This individual supervises business office staff to ensure adherence to all UGA policies, procedures, and deadlines. This individual guides the creation, distribution, and analysis of financial reports for key stakeholders within OSSA and the Office of the Vice President for Instruction to support strategic growth and success.This individual manages HR processes for the division office, including payroll processing, leave request approvals, time approval, and the creation of UGAJobs and OneUSG Connect transactions. This individual provides guidance to the Director on HR-related matters such as personnel changes, payroll, position funding, and performance evaluations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Ability to develop, project, and manage complex budgets across multiple funding sources with a high level of accuracy.
• Skill in preparing, analyzing, and communicating financial data to support planning, compliance, and decision-making.
• Strong understanding of UGA financial, HR, and administrative policies and the ability to ensure consistent compliance.
• Ability to recruit, supervise, and develop staff while fostering accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain efficient operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information and work effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a service-focused mindset
• Experience with HR processes, payroll, and administrative operations, preferably within an academic or higher education environment.
• Ability to assess issues, manage competing priorities, and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and build strong relationships across departments and with external partners.

Advanced Microsoft skills, including:

• Microsoft Word
  • Spell and grammar check
  • Create/modify styles, tables, insert images and objects
  • Manipulation of various file formats
• Excel
  • Use of formulas
  • Multiple sheets in workbooks
  • Formatting, etc.
  • Printing spreadsheets
  • Ability to mail merge with various data source formats to create customized letters, e-mails, labels, etc.
• PowerPoint
  • Create and update presentations
• Outlook
  • Calendar entries and contacts

Confidentiality

• Due to the nature of the position, the employee will demonstrate the ability to use independent judgment and discretion with confidential information

Physical Demands:

• Standard office environment.
• Travel around campus for occasional material distribution and meetings.
• Driving to perform job-related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Financial Duties Percentage of time 40

• Create, project, and record fiscal year budgets; perform monthly budget reviews and document results for the Office for Student Success and Achievement.
• Facilitate the annual Budget Planning and Salary Setting process.
• Supervise business office staff and ensure all UGA policies and procedures are followed and established deadlines are met, including expenditures, records, payroll, sponsored projects, P-Card, and other financial activities.
• Manage complex grant budgets, purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable (invoicing).
• Prepare financial statements and required monthly reports, both detailed and summary, for all funding sources; track expenditures against allocated funds and report monthly.
• Approve departmental financial expenditures.
• Attend monthly VPI financial workshops.

Percentage of time: 40

Supervision + Leadership Percentage of time 25

• Recruit, onboard, and supervise staff members to ensure effective team performance and all UGA policies and procedures are maintained, and established deadlines are met (expenditures, records, payroll, sponsored projects, P-Card and all other financial aspects). Provide mentorship and support to staff, enhancing the management of finance, human resources, and business operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Key stakeholders include OSSA faculty and staff, the Office of Instruction, and UGA Finance & Administration.
• Contribute to the implementation of strategic planning and program assessment to enhance work, ensuring it meets the needs of students and aligns with OSSA institutional goals.
• Attend Leadership Team meetings to engage in strategic discussions and contribute to organizational priorities.

Percentage of time: 25

Human Resources + Payroll Percentage of time 25

• Guide the completion of all HR functions including but not limited to payroll processing, leave requests approvals, and annual review process to be conducted prior to deadlines; attend monthly VPI HR meeting; maintain personnel files; participate and coordinate searches as needed.
• Create Salary Action, Supplements and Special Pay salary requests and confirm forms are complete prior to director’s review and approval; submit to workflow and track through completion.
• Provide guidance to supervisors around human resources, review employee contracts, request revisions and completion; communicate annual performance review process and adherence to deadlines and maintain employee performance evaluation records; perform annual leave audit.
• Assist the director and leadership team by providing guidance and support on a range of human resources matters, including hiring, onboarding, restructuring, compensation, employee relations, and compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Initiate, review, and approve UGAJobs actions as needed.

Percentage of time: 25

Cross-Functional Support and Special Projects Percentage of time 10

• Support the Director and Leadership Team by monitoring and evaluating work methods and work performance, procedures and plans, including long-range financial planning.
• Work collaboratively with IT manager on inventory management, IT support and space management.
• Engage in and support OSSA, UGA, and external committees, presentations, and events.
• Attend administrative meetings.
• Participate in professional development.
• Assist with new and emerging work projects assigned by your supervisor.

Percentage of time: 10

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: OSSA General

Recruitment Contact Email: ossa@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone: 706-542-0163

Organization

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Company info

Website: https://www.uga.edu/

Telephone: 706-542-3000

Location: 215 S. Jackson St. Athens Georgia 30602 United States