Manager of Project Resources

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

This position manages the fiscal affairs of grant-funded projects, establishes and maintains policies and procedures pertaining to fiscal operations, oversees preparation and maintenance of fiscal records, ensures expenditures are in compliance with procedures and regulations of both funding agency and the University, and serves as liaison with outside agencies and the University’s administrative departments.  Incumbent exercises discretion and independent judgment, while performing activities supporting external contract negotiations; financial reporting to agencies; and participating in technical writing for proposal development.   

 

For full consideration please submit a cover letter with your application.

Examples of Work Performed

• Prepares financial statements and reports for University and external agencies as needed.
• Analyzes and interprets budget and expenditure information.
• Assists with the development of policies and procedures and participates in office planning.
• Manages all financial aspects for the center or project. Monitors all expenditures.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures.
• Participates in the planning and development of contracts and grants as necessary.  Recommends and negotiates contracts.
• Sets up and maintains transaction data for internal accounting requirements; reconciles transactions with university accounting and funding agency accounts.
• Ensures compliance with external funding agencies.
• Manages the multiple external sub-grants made through the existing grant.
• Prepares appropriate paperwork for purchasing and inventory reports.
• Meets with Director on a regular basis.           
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Manages the fiscal affairs of grant-funded projects.
2. Establishes and maintains policies and procedures as it relates to the fiscal operations.
3. Ensures compliance with University policy and procedures and funding agencies guidelines.
4. Serves as liaison with outside agencies and the University’s administrative departments.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

 

AND

 

Experience:
Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.

 

Substitution Statement:  Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.