Senior Manager, Business Operations

Position Overview

The Office of the Executive Dean for Research is seeking a full time Sr. Manager, Business Operations to work in Miami. In this role, you will evaluate, administer, and manage all business and administrative matters—including budget, operations, programs, and personnel administration—for the assigned department. You will provide financial analysis, strategic planning, and manage budgetary controls in partnership with various levels of management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages, implements, coordinates, plans, and evaluates the business operations for the department/division, including statistical, performance and managerial reporting, budget support, capital planning, and process improvement.
• Develops and ensures adherence to the department’s annual budget in accordance with University guidelines and policies; participates in financial analysis and planning including monitoring and reporting on monthly budget variances.
• Advances the strategic financial plan and makes recommendations to senior management on executing the department’s plan.
• Formulates department policies and guidelines to carry out the University and department mission.
• Oversees the review, approval, and reporting of all expenditures, including reviewing and approving financial transactions.
• Creates and manages support systems to ensure the availability of cost-effective supplies, equipment, and management information.
• Monitors contractual obligations and ensures consistency with departmental budget, goals, and programmatic initiatives.
• Evaluates existing internal controls and approval processes and recommends improvements for fiscal integrity and operational efficiency.
• Implements department human resources actions including recruitment, training, performance reporting, and other staffing functions.
• Establishes and assesses the effectiveness of internal controls and ensures compliance with University policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience is required.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness and engagement.
• Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.