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MU TITLE:  Senior Business Support Specialist LOCATION: Whitten Hall, Columbia MO The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement’s distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu. This position is responsible for supporting fiscal team functions for the division, providing a variety of independent, specialized business support duties for assigned units and as needed for the team. This position will focus on assigned unit’s grants and be conversant of assigned unit’s non-grant accounts. Flexible work arrangements with some remote work may be allowed after a period of in-person training. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

• Serve as division financial support, including responsibility for data entry, maintenance, reconciliation, approvals and review of detailed budgets and actuals. Prepare fiscal management reports including monthly managerial review, ad hoc reports, and divisional or departmental reports to analyze current and future business decisions. Review and provide recommendations. As opportunities arise, solves routine and complex problems, and identifies new, less obvious solutions.

• Support units in PeopleSoft, Hyperion, Extension procedures and related policies for various processes including travel & expense reports, vouchers, requisitions, eProcurement, purchase orders, One Card, and journal entries. This includes providing information and interpretation to departments regarding appropriateness of expenditures, financial coding, extension requirements, and changes in policies and procedures. Provide training as needed, utilizing University training initially when available.
• Supports fiscal team through planning, organization, coordination, and occasional oversight impacting the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team. Focus on assigned unit’s grants and be conversant of assigned unit’s non-grant accounts. Through team approach, uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiency.
• As needed, coordinates with MU Extension Pre-Award in the review and submission of grant proposals.
• Represent the department at meetings and committees involving areas of responsibilities.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act and local, state and region affirmative action plans.

• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED This position reports to the Finance and Accounting Manager and will receive additional support from faculty and staff in the MU Extension. Positions Independently completes assignments of varying degrees of complexity. May serve as an informal resource for less experienced team members. CORE ATTRIBUTES FOR MU EXTENSION FACULTY AND STAFF Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate inclusivity, civility and respect for all. Engage stakeholders and learners; maintain positive interpersonal relationships; and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills. Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state’s land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU’s broad undergraduate programs and its’ graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America’s most livable cities. MU Extension and Engagement programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.

Salary Range: $20.00 – $24.00 hourly Grade: GGS-008 University Title: Senior Business Support Specialist Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible work arrangements with some remote work may be allowed after a period of in-person training.

A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in business, finance, accounting, or related area, and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired as necessary.

Proficient with Microsoft Office software (especially Excel). Analytical skills and demonstrated organizational skills necessary to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals while maintaining confidential information/situations. Highly proficient with PeopleSoft. Preferable experience with Hyperion. Two to three years of experience with University of Missouri clerical and fiscal processes and policies. Experience with developing, monitoring, and analyzing budgets and financial statements.

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources.  Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits Diversity Commitment The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving  the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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