Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Business Specialist
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Office of Advanced Research Computing
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Business Specialist for the Office of Advanced Research Computing (OARC).  Among the key duties of this position are the following: Performs all primary business functions related to the Clinical Research Data Warehouse (CRDW) including knowledge of and assistance with the fee and rate template, working with iLab, taking in and tracking funds, collaboration with technical teams, customer business support and communication. Regular budget forecasting and maintenance for all OARC-related accounts, developing accurate, realistic, timely, and fiscally sound budget forecasts, reconciling budgets regularly. Maintenance of budgets and accounts for grant-funded programs, as well as tracking and managing the effort and resulting funds of OARC staff named on/actively contributing to internal (departmental) and external grants, including ECRT (Effort Certification). Expense management report assistance, preparer when necessary, including managing travel advances and reconciliation. Performs other duties as necessary.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	63518.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	79089.000
Annual Maximum Salary	94659.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. A minimum of two years relevant experience in a financial/accounting function, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Should be self-reliant, an independent worker and thinker, and exercise sound professional judgment in addition to having the ability to work with a variety of offices and personalities. Manage multiple priorities simultaneously and adhere to deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications	Advance knowledge of and proficiency in using and understanding the Rutgers Cornerstone administrative systems including Jaggaer/Marketplace, Oracle Cloud Financial Management, Expense Management, PeopleSoft Management, ROCs, RAPPS, Discoverer Viewer, and others, as is experience working with grants. Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices in an academic research setting. Advanced competency with Excel, as are other computing skills such as working in databases and with spreadsheets.
Equipment Utilized	iLab Core Services Software. Microsoft Office 365. Rutgers University system applications as outlined above. Smartsheet and Apptio applications.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	General office environment: sitting, standing, walking, talking.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2889
Posting Open Date	10/24/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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