Business Operations Specialist

Job Description

Under the direction of the Business Operations Manager, the Business Operations Specialist performs a broad scope of fiscal duties and provides guidance to staff in support of ASU policies and procedures for the core business team and supports Educational Outreach and Student Services.
This position assists with the basic payment processing, organizing, coordinating and oversight of the business operations functions in accordance with established University goals, priorities, timelines, funding limitations and/or other specifications.
This position is intended to cover a broad range of fiscal responsibilities to support these program areas under Educational Outreach and Student Services.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a high attention to detail, possess exceptional organizational and customer service skills, and have the ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.


What's in it for you:
Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff.
This package includes: (Click here to explore options)
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits available on day one.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services.
Flexible work arrangements are available in an alternative or hybrid schedule but will be based on the work and the needs of the university and department operations and pending leadership approval.
DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.


Working EnvironmentActivities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (75%); Frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (25%).
Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
Calculator, telephone, computer (monitor, keyboard and mouse), printer, fax and copier.
This position receives regular review of objectives.
Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three (3) years of related experience; OR, Seven (7) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.


Department Statement

Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) is committed to enrolling all qualified students at Arizona State University and assisting them in their academic success.
EOSS provides a broad range of services and support to students and prospective students ranging from outreach efforts with K-12 schools, new student experiences for students and families, bridge programs to assist the transition to a university environment, and a wide variety of services, programs and activities for enrolled students.
EOSS has direct responsibility for multiple departments across four campuses, some of which include the Dean of Students, Student Rights and Responsibilities, University Housing, Health Services, Counseling Services, Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services, the Unions and Centers, TRIO programs, Sun Devil Fitness & Wellness, Student Government, Student Media, Career and Professional Development Services, Access ASU and others.


Desired QualificationsDemonstrated knowledge of standard office and administrative practices Experience using a financial system, human resource management system and reporting system in a higher education environment (Workday, PeopleSoft and Kenexa preferred) Experience processing payroll and maintaining employee timesheets or serving as Department Time Administrator (DTA) experience (TAS/SubItUp preferred) Demonstrated knowledge of ASU Travel policies and procedures, specifically with Concur Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines Experience working with detailed financial Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat PDF Experience in customer service Evidence of effective communication skills Demonstrated experience handling cash, managing a departmental purchasing card and assisting in the operation of a fiscally sound environment Ability to interpret, educate about and enforce University, divisional and department policy Demonstrated knowledge of ASU travel policies and procedures and Concur travel system experience Skill in preparing detailed reports on a timely basis.
Ability to perform detailed work in an open and shared work space.
Ability to supervise student employees.
ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access.
This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves.
Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines.
ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city.
ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.


ASU is a tobacco-free university.
For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf.
You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.


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Essential DutiesWork independently and exercise professional judgement to serve as a knowledgeable and helpful resource Keep up to date on ASU and department policies and procedures to ensure accurate output and processing Assist students and staff with their trip requests and expense reports Monitor a variety of account expenditures.
Assist with audit requests and gathering documentation Process departmental supply orders Assist with special projects, requiring problem solving, research and recommendation of next steps Initiate and/or approves financial transactions in University accounting systems ASU's Financial Management Systems in accordance with best practices Provide solutions to problems presented by customers, colleagues and student, recommends changes to methods or procedures to management, utilizing knowledge of University policy and procedure to ensure accurate financial processing Advise and counsels on accounting and procurement matters to department and/or University staff, provides program specific training to campus users as needed, such as financial literacy (cash handling, expense and purchasing guidelines) to new staff, and best practices for student expenditures Maintain a departmental p-card(s), including daily management, document retention and monthly reconciliations Provide oversight and ensuring accuracy of the purchasing process within departmental units Assist with document retention and audit requests by gathering documentation and financial records May assist in maintaining department physical key control system.
Processes key requests and maintains accurate inventory Provide supervision to student staff as needed Perform other duties, as assigned.
Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check.
Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.


Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.


Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.


Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.


ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.


Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.