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Business Manager - Department of Athletics and Recreation

Competition Number:
118E17
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Athletics and Recreation
Position:
Business Manager
Contract:
Full Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week 
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

The Department of Athletics and Recreation invites applications for a full-time permanent position as Business Manager. This position will co-report to the Director of Athletics and Recreation and the Comptroller.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Director in the departmental budget development and ongoing oversight
• Support the management team in developing efficient and effective business processes
• Collaborate with the Comptroller’s Office to provide financial and business planning to the Director of Athletics and Recreation in the preparation and management of the department budgeting processes
• Prepare financial analysis and reports with attention to details and deadlines
• Various internal and external reports and statistics
• Prepare and monitor contracts relating to the business operations of the department
• Prepare, process, and monitor the procurement process for equipment and supplies
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls for cash flow
• Provide leadership and oversight in revenue generating opportunities for the department
• Other duties related to the business activities of Athletics and Recreation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree and Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Experience working in a university would be an asset
• Detailed knowledge of, and experience working with, computerized accounting systems
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheets and database query programs
• Excellent time management skills and organizational skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr). Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.