Business Coordinator I - job 1 of 4

Job Title

Business Coordinator I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

SEAS Business Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Business Coordinator I, under general supervision, provides support and coordination of a variety of business activities requiring independent judgment, including reviewing business documents and assisting in developing, monitoring, and reporting accounts and budget data as directed by supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Functional Area 1:  Operations

Percent Effort: 45%    

• Coordinate annual fiscal year closing activities and drafts new fiscal year plans. Coordinate routine fiscal activities.

• Propose solutions to routine financial problems. Communicate cash handling procedures, coordinate and approve cash handling activities, and implement and coordinate purchasing activities.

• Coordinate inventory process and maintenance of business files

• Assist in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring business programs or services

Functional Area 2:  Administrative

Percent Effort: 45%

• Review and approve vouchers and requisitions. Review and audit reconciliations of multiple unit accounts. Monitor and report on unit budget activity. Prepare monthly and annual financial reports. Provide input to policies and interpret policies and procedures

• Serve as a liaison with financial, payroll, and/or human resources as needed. Coordinate routine personnel activities such as travel and maintenance of personnel files.

• Assist with administration of contracts and grants as needed. Assist in preparing budgets for department. Develop financial and statistical analyses and summary reports. Compose correspondence. Assist with administration of unit, program, or project.

Functional Area 3:  Other                                    

Percent Effort: 10%

• Assist with departmental compliance reviews.

• Participate in the hiring and training of business staff and/or student workers and may provide supervision. Train staff on new and existing business procedures and provide policies and regulations to staff.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field.

• Two (2) years of experience in accounting (reconciling, analyzing, and journal entries), budget, and/or payroll.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Experience with administrative tasks and supporting multiple departments.

• Knowledge of healthcare, counseling, or academic environments.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other office management software.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Higher Education Experience Preferred

SALARY $43,888-$53,000 Annually Approximately (Salary dependent upon experience and experience.)

• $3,557,33-$4,416.67 Monthly

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Dual Career Partner Program

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.