Business Manager: Department of Anthropology - UTK

The Business Manager oversees the financial activities of the Department of Anthropology and ensures that these activities are in compliance with applicable university, state, and federal policies and regulations. This involves the management and oversight of college-funded and externally-funded accounts, including the accounts associated with the Forensic Anthropology Center (FAC), the departmental salary budget, and gift, grant, and contract accounts. This position provides data and data analysis to the department head for use in strategic planning and in decisions related to the use of departmental resources. The breadth of responsibilities is such that decisions can have far-reaching and long-term impact on the continuing success of the Department, the college, and the campus by affecting its ability to meet fiscal objectives, supporting and assisting faculty with regard to the financial matters of sponsored research, start-up funds, etc., complying with relevant federal regulations and statutes as well as University policies and procedures.
The Business Manager for Anthropology is responsible for the management of the salary and operating budgets for the department and for the FAC. Management of these funds requires verification that the budget aligns with expected commitments, as well as budget management throughout the fiscal year, identifying and requesting adjustments as needed to ensure that expenditures do not exceed the total allocated funding.
Additionally, the Business Manager ensures compliance with Unrelated Business Income requirements. The Business Manager works with the department head and with sponsored project PIs to support the proper management of fiscal resources, whether departmental or grant-funded, and provides financial reporting and analysis to inform financial decisions, making effective recommendations on the strategic use of available funds.
In addition to supporting the larger financial goals of the unit, the Business Manager supervises the administrative and financial staff, overseeing training, performance reviews and improvement, and the use of annual and sick leave. Additionally, the Business Manager has approval authority for financial and human resources transactions related to departmental expenditures and employment-related actions. The Business Manager establishes departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal, University, and College policies.
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of financial management experience
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Associate’s degree with 7 years of financial management experience
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High School diploma with 11 years of financial management experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
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Knowledge of basic accounting principles
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Microsoft Office skills, with strong Excel skills
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Creative problem-solving ability
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Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work under pressure, managing competing deadlines
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Ability to work independently
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Ability to supervise others
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Ability to integrate and analyze information for the generation of reports
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:
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Experience in higher education
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
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Knowledge of a large platform ERP
Work Location
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Location: Knoxville Campus
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Onsite
Compensation and Benefits
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UT market range: MR11
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Anticipated hiring range: $66,250-$77,500, Depending on experience and qualifications
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Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
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Find more information on UT Benefits here
Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments:
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Resume
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Cover Letter
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Three references will be requested when finalists are identified
About The Department
The Department of Anthropology is a department where students explore the vast and diverse aspects of what it means to be human. Through an interdisciplinary approach that spans from genomics to human rights, we offer a comprehensive understanding of past and present humanity. Our department thrives on collaboration, research, and engagement, providing students with the tools to study the human species in all its complexity. Whether through anthropological archaeology, biological anthropology, or cultural anthropology, our students gain hands-on experience in field methods, laboratory work, and theoretical exploration, preparing them for impactful careers in academia, public policy, and beyond.