Assistant Director, Business Services

Carolina Union Mission Statement:

The Carolina Union creates safe, inclusive and educational experiences that enable students to maximize their time at Carolina.

Carolina Union Purpose:

The many co-curricular programs, services and facilities supported by the Union are developed and operated with a focus to serve the students whose fees fund our organization and therefore are intended to impact the intellectual and experiential climate of the University and provide opportunities for campus members to engage in debate, conversation, interaction, and learning. Managed by 44 full time staff and over 185 student employees, the Carolina Union builds a sense of community as a unifying force on campus and provides students the space and resources needed to put theory into practice.

The position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Assistant Director of Business Services assists with management of a broad range of business functions in Carolina Union (Union) and within a Student Affairs Business Hub that includes Carolina Union Student Organizations (CUSO). Responsibilities include assisting with financial management in a multifaceted organization predominantly funded by student fees. Other sources of revenue include endowment, gift, and trust; independently analyzing and resolving issues and problems that necessitate input from and collaboration of external sources; and communicating information involving complex business and finance policies and principles to stakeholders, and supervision of staff. The primary functions of this position include financial and budget management responsibilities and assisting with fiscal oversight for all departments within the Union.

The Assistant Director of Business Services also provides critical support for division-wide initiatives in Student Affairs, including budget preparation, implementing institutional and divisional finance policies, and contributing as a member of the Student Affairs Finance Leadership Team. This position reports to the Director of Business Services for the Union.

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

Strong organizational and management skills.

Multi-tasking and time management skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of accounting, business, and budget functions.

Demonstrated attention to detail.

Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving and demonstrated ability to manage and supervise financial and human resource functions.

Extensive computer skills and knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint presentations, and the ability to quickly learn all university accounting and human resource systems.

Ability to demonstrate knowledge of accrual accounting and financial forecasting.

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration.

Knowledge and demonstrated experience in PeopleSoft.

Three (3) or more years of sustained and progressively complex experience and decision making in the areas of finance, budgeting, accounting, strategy, administration, and facilities management in a complex organization, preferably in higher education.

Knowledge of university, state and federal policies and laws affecting business operations.

Experience managing and developing staff.

Experience in a University environment.

Demonstrated financial reporting analysis and higher-level decision making.

Manage and report utilizing a complex chart of accounts and financial structure.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.