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University of Cincinnati Assistant Director, Business Operations, Athletics in Cincinnati, Ohio
Assistant Director, Business Operations, Athletics Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati. About the Department The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats. UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2023, resulting in 11 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher. Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field. For more information visit gobearcats.com. Job Overview The University of Cincinnati, Athletics Business Office is seeking applications for an Assistant Director of Business Operations (Accountant 1). This is an entry level, full-time position, with a comprehensive benefits package. As many as two vacancies may be filled. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing administrative tasks within a unit that provides financial oversight for all support units and sport programs in Athletics while following University of Cincinnati and departmental policies, NCAA Division I, and Conference bylaws and regulations. Essential Functions Maintain routine account journals and prepare basic financial statements. Monitor and interpret financial data in the development of cost analysis and reports. Maintain accounting processes. Ensure completeness and compliance with university, local, state and federal requirements and standard accounting and audit procedures including all compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. May process purchase requisitions, invoices and change orders. May perform internal auditing of financial records. Prepare financial/statistical analysis reports. Recommend accounting and control systems. Provide recommendation and advice to management or other groups on process related topics. Assist in the development and enforcement of unit policies and procedures. Perform data entry for purchase requisitions and PCard reconciliation. Manage delivery company account, office supply orders, etc. Deliver bank deposits, distribute mail, run errands. Perform related duties based on de