Business Manager

The Business Manager will provide leadership for the fiscal, administrative, and logistical initiatives of the Virginia Water Resources Research Center. This role involves collaborating closely with faculty and staff to coordinate and implement all fiscal activities, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal policies. The Business Manager will manage operating funds and sponsored project funds, serving as the center’s liaison with internal teams such as VT’s Controller’s Office, the Office of Sponsored Programs, and various VT colleges and departments, as well as with external funders, subcontractors, and collaborators. The Business Manager will work closely with the Director in fiscal and reporting activities related to the Water Resources Research Act program administered through the U.S. Geological Survey. In addition, the Business Manager will provide overall office support for the center and assist the Director and Associate Director with tasks such as calendar management, meeting and event scheduling, and special projects.

About the Virginia Water Resources Research Center

Located at Virginia Tech in the College of Natural Resources and Environment, the
Virginia Water Resources Research Center administers and coordinates research and outreach programs for water and related resources. It is one of the state institutes and centers authorized by Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 and administered by the U.S. Geological Survey. The program aims to develop, implement, and coordinate the Commonwealth's water and related land research programs and transfer research results and new technology to potential users.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent level of training and or experience in bookkeeping or accounting; experience providing fiscal and administrative support in a professional office environment; experience with grant administration; ability to interpret complex policies and procedures about contracts and grants; demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal supervision; positive, constructive attitude that contributes to a collaborative work environment; demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications, including file sharing platforms; strong organizational, collaborative, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Experience working in a higher-ed research center/institute applying policies and procedures specifically for sponsored programs, purchasing, accounting, payroll, and personnel activities; experience working with specific Virginia Tech applications such as Summit, Banner, HokieMart, FINTRACS, etc.

4

Regular

60,000 - 70,000, Commensurate with experience

1/13/2025

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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