University of California - Davis, CA
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Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Business Operations Manager is responsible for the management and supervision of the BFTV Cluster business unit at the University of California, Davis. This role requires independent work and encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including pre/post-award and fiscal management, purchasing, inventory, and facilities management. The manager will oversee highly complex technical financial services for various faculty research projects and departmental finances, which include intramural and extramural funds, state and federal contracts/grants, as well as income/recharge, gift, and endowment accounts. The position involves performing budgetary analysis, reporting, and long-range strategic planning, as well as grant management and accounting duties. The manager will interpret and apply university regulations, policies, and procedures related to financial administration, ensuring compliance with OMB/A-21 federal regulations and managing all faculty funding effectively. The Business Operations Manager will also be responsible for fiscal analysis, planning, reporting, and management, which constitutes 60% of the role. This includes developing complex budgets, establishing internal controls, and conducting financial analysis and forecasting to compile financial data and reports. Additionally, the manager will oversee unit management and supervision, which accounts for 30% of the responsibilities, ensuring that the team operates efficiently and effectively. The remaining 10% of the role will involve special projects and organizational support, contributing to the overall success of the BFTV Cluster, which supports a large number of faculty, staff, and students across various departments with a combined estimated annual operating budget of $123 million.