University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
posted 4 months ago
The Employee Expense and Cost Corrections Supervisor at the University of Chicago plays a crucial role in overseeing the University's employee expense and cost corrections programs. Reporting directly to the Procure-to-Pay Director, this position is integral to ensuring that all payment functions comply with University policies, IRS regulations, and generally accepted standards. The supervisor will manage a team responsible for compiling information, ensuring accuracy, and compliance with relevant policies, while also providing guidance to campus and external clients regarding transactional corrections to invoices and accounts payable transactions. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate issues before they arise. In addition to managing the team, the supervisor will conduct analysis and generate reports related to employee expenses and cost corrections, including those created by the GEMS Delegate team. The position involves hiring, training, and developing team members who perform expense program management and cost correction roles, ensuring that service delivery is aligned with customer satisfaction and service level agreements (SLAs). The supervisor will also maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and conduct periodic compliance audits to address any issues raised by internal and external parties. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and relationship-building skills, with a focus on continuous improvement in processes and systems. They will be responsible for the day-to-day management of payments and receipts, as well as maintaining accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This position is essential for ensuring that the University’s financial operations run smoothly and efficiently, while also supporting the overall mission of the institution.