Under the general supervision of the Assistant Athletics Director, Business and Finance, the Director, Business and Finance will manage the daily operations of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) Business and Finance Office. Major responsibilities include: Facilitating procurement operations, overseeing accounts payable activities, interaction, education and guidance with staff and coaches, as well budget management and reconciliation. Individual will oversee (1) full time employee and develop student/part time staffing program. The Director, Business and Finance will oversee the purchasing lifecycle and advise staff on department and campus policies as it relates to needs for vendor management, purchase orders, justification of expenses, non-travel reimbursements, and check requests. Incumbent interact with various departments on campus and throughout the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to ensure proper protocols are followed in all activities and that strong positive and productive relationships are maintained given department requests and needs. Additionally, individual will work with external vendors to ensure they are properly onboarded and compliant with University of California purchasing policies in order to receive payments. Incumbent will act as a liaison for Athletic Department with vendors and various University departments such as Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Travel Accounting and assist with fiscal closing duties, blanket purchase order renewal, travel related needs and other projects as assigned related to the department strategic plan and vision. Director, Business and Finance will also assist in the annual audit process, budget reconciliations and various reporting needs for department, campus, external partners, conference, and NCAA.

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Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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