Posting Information
| Posting Number |
PG194095EP |
| Internal Recruitment |
No |
| Working Title |
Business Manager |
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Work Schedule |
Monday - Friday core business hours (8:00 AM - 5:00PM) Flex and hybrid schedule possible after training period. |
| Job Location |
Raleigh, NC |
| Department |
Wilson College of Textiles Dean's Office |
| About the Department |
Over the past 125 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals.
That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to a welcoming and supportive culture. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.
We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the
CDC,
DOD and
NSF as regular research partners.
The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best
employers in the state. Not to mention, it's located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which is consistently listed in U.S. News and World Report's
best American cities to live in.
At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with
Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State's strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work.
If you're a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone
belongs. |
| Essential Job Duties |
Join the Wilson College of Textiles as our Business Manager and play a vital role in supporting the financial and operational success of our college. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration, you'll lead a dedicated team of 3-4 professional staff responsible for managing essential business functions.
As Business Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the college's business office, which handles procurement, accounts receivable, travel administration, service center operations, budgeting, and accounting. You'll manage all non-sponsored college funds-including state appropriations, receipts, F&A, auxiliary, student fees, foundations, and gifts-and ensure smooth coordination with human resources, the research office, and departments and centers across the college.
Essential Job Duties:
- Manage budgets and oversee maintenance of financial records for all non-sponsored fund sources in the college, including coordination of monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end close; ensure compliance with university rules and regulations based on the unique requirements of various fund sources.
- Manage financial reporting for departments, responsible persons, and college leadership.
- Oversee financial processing and approvals for key business functions such as purchasing (PCard, marketplace, and other purchase orders), accounts receivable, journals, transfers, and reimbursements.
- Coordinate with college HR, research office, unit leaders, and supervisors to ensure graduate assistantships, student labor, and employee appointment terms and funding distributions are accurate and appropriate within available budgets; manage current year personnel costs and forecast future year personnel budgets; oversee financial approvals of HR appointments and distributions.
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Oversee service center administration for the college, including establishing new service center rates, reviewing and renewing existing rates, and ensuring compliance with university and federal rules and regulations; oversee the college's tracking and billing for all service center contracts.
- Oversee travel administration including travel authorizations and reimbursements.
- Develop and maintain documentation to support clear and transparent operating procedures within the college.
If you're someone who thrives on collaboration, values accuracy, and enjoys leading professionals in their work development, we encourage you to apply.
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition (
https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. |
| Other Responsibilities |
In addition to core responsibilities, you will also perform additional duties such as:
- Serve as a source of information and support to colleagues
- Implement business processes and continual process improvements
This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations. |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Master's degree and 3+ years of relevant business experience; or bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of supervisory experience and 5+ years of relevant experience. |
| Other Required Qualifications |
- Clear and effective communicator, both in writing and in conversation, with a willingness to learn and adapt communication styles as needed.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage tasks and timelines in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a focus on building positive relationships and delivering excellent service to colleagues and partners.
- Proficient in Microsoft and Google Workplace applications (word/doc, excel/sheets, etc.)
- Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and university rules and regulations.
|
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Proven experience preparing analytical or interpretive financial reports to support data-driven decisions.
- Background in higher education administration or working within similarly complex organizational structures.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as PeopleSoft, Ellucian Banner, or comparable platforms.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and VBA scripting.
|
| Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License required |
No |
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
| Job Open Date |
05/09/2025 |
| Anticipated Close Date |
Open until filled |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please upload a current resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references. References will only be obtained for the finalist candidate, and they will be notified by the Wilson College Office of Human Resources. |
Position Details
| Position Number |
00062601 |
| Position Type |
EPS/SAAO |
| Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) |
1.0 |
| Appointment |
12 Month Recurring |
| Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather |
Mandatory - Adverse Weather |
| Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events |
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies |
| Department ID |
180101 - Textiles - Dean's Office |
| EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
Commensurate with education and experience
May 09, 2025