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Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director of Business Operations, the Business Operations Coordinator will play an integral role in the day-to-day management of the athletic budget. This position will be primarily responsible for oversight and reconciliation of Athletics budget and departmental purchasing card(s), processing of business documents such as journal entries, purchase orders, invoices and travel & expense reports. The Business Office Coordinator will have signature authority on purchases and will assist in identifying cost saving initiatives and creating operational efficiencies for all Department business related functions. Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director of Business Operations.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in finance, sports management or related field.  At least one year of full-time experience in division I collegiate athletics. Demonstrated budget and/or fiscal management experience. Prior experience managing confidential information. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with best practices in financial reporting, budget management, and reconciliation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
• Ability to manage several tasks and/or projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to customer service
• Demonstrate a proven track record in building quality relationships
• Strong personal code of ethics, integrity, and trust
• Ability to successfully navigate across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment
• Strong integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference and University rules
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

 

Preferred:

- Two years plus of directly related experience.

 

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

 

To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://temple.taleo.net/careersection/tu_ex_staff/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en. Please apply to Requisition # 22002041. All applicants must apply online through Temple University Human Resources in order to be considered.