A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.
Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “ Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.
What We are Looking For
The Financial Manager serves as a key member of the Business Office within Hankamer School of Business reporting to the Business Officer and supports the mission of Baylor University by managing the departmental/unit fiscal functions in accordance with nonprofit accounting practices, federal and state guidelines, and University policies and procedures. The qualified candidate will provide responsible stewardship, leadership, and management of university and grant funding through the implementation of effective financial processes and management of daily financial operations.
A bachelors degree and three years of experience are required. A masters degree and five years of experience are preferred.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.
What You Will Do
Oversee business activities to include approval and appropriate accounting for requisitions, invoices, expense reports, new supplier requests, payments, gifts, and revenues in accordance with policies and regulations
Ensures departmental/unit accounts are reconciled timely and accurately, coordinating appropriate resolution, and communicating results
Ensures departmental/unit support of audit functions, maintenance of internal controls and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations
Develops and maintains annual operating and non-operating budgets for assigned departmental/unit funds
Advise Business Officer on financial matters, including proper accounting, internal controls, management of operational funds, grant funds, unrestricted funds, gifts, budgets, and expenditures
Assist Business Officer and University in ensuring appropriate execution of contracts, including analyzing, and negotiating business terms Maintain expertise in chart of accounts, budgets, and forecasts for designated department(s)/unit(s)
Maintains appropriate trainings/certifications and knowledge of financial guidelines, internal controls, and University, division and departmental policies and practices
Works collaboratively providing planning, analysis, forecasting, and reporting within designated department(s)/unit(s), including advising on appropriate policies, procedures, and internal controls
Assists Business Officer in documenting business requirements, gathering data, evaluating, and implementing plans, initiatives, strategies, and opportunities in support of the School/Division's strategic plan
Works collaboratively with Business Officer, providing planning, financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting, monitoring the accuracy and completeness of fiscal information while examining revenue and expenditure trends and spend rates
Support Business Officer in departmental/divisional personnel resource planning, including analysis of effort, classroom scheduling and allocation/optimization of personnel resources
Assists in the preparation of financial reports to grantors, in collaboration with University Research Administrators and programmatic teams
Collaborates with Research Administrators on grant expenditures regarding compliance with allowability restrictions and university policy. Perform ad hoc duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission and as requested
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages
Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.
