Finance & HR Professional

DescriptionThe Biology Department and College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a Finance and HR Professional . This position will provide academic, financial, and business related services to the Biology Department to support the department’s teaching, research and outreach activities by creating systems and efficiencies and internal controls in the accounting, budget, personnel, and office administration systems.Who We Are:
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 10,500 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students.
Colorado Springs (pop. 400K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.Job Duties:

Manage technical budget processes, purchasing and requisitions in support of the department teaching, research and outreach activities.

Serve as Program Fiscal Manager in prerparing budget, overseeing compliance.

Forecast and anticipate budget and operational needs.

Oversee, interpret and adjust journals for general funds, start-up, revenue, gift, outreach and Sponsored Programs on a monthly basis.

Processing contracts, monthly, bi-weekly and hourly pay.

Payroll tracking.

Job terminations.

Hiring, processing and tracking varieties of instructor overloads, lecturers, student employees, GTAs, volunteers and POIs.

Reporting responsibilities: PAM, audits, logs, Late Pay, Job List, Cherwell, HCM.

Creating processes and procedures

Full-time, front desk presence to assist, support and providfe first-contact for/to the university, college, administration, faculty, students, staff and general public.

Create, organize and manage adminstrative documents.

Monitor, coordinate and communicate the strategic objectives of the department.

Collaborate and communicate successfully with other entities outside of the department and university.

Reviews grant applications and manages grant expenditures and budgets.

Attends HR Business Partner meetings and other relevant trainings as needed.

Job Competencies:

Advanced interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Advanced oral and written communication skills.

Ability to adapt to changing work priorities based on the needs of the unit.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple, concurrent projects.

Ability to develop and implement effective business processes and solutions.

Ability to work independently with attention to detail.

Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with others in a multi-cultured environment.

This position has been determined to be eligible for overtime (non-exempt) under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).What We Offer:
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Information on university benefits programs is located at: http://www.cu.edu/employee-services. Salary Range: Generally starting at: $39,789 - $49,737 Tentative Search Timeline:

The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of 12/08/2020.

The potential employee start date is 1/11/2021.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The