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Posted Job Title
Business Administrator

Job Profile Title
Business Administrator C

Job Description Summary

The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, the School is a proud member of the One Health initiative, linking human, animal, and environmental health. We are seeking a qualified Business administrator to join our team.

Job Description

The School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a qualified Business administrator to carry out the day to day financial and administrative functions for the Central business office. This includes administration of annual operating budget and personnel administration for approximately 60 staff members. Budgetary management responsibilities include monthly reporting and analysis, quarterly and long range forecasting as well as oversight for the annual budget planning exercise for six central operating units and a host of school level programs and initiatives. In addition, this position is responsible for managing the fiscal operations functions including procurement, accounting and reporting functions, travel and expense management, payroll/personnel administration and oversight for pro card and merchant account administration. Work directly with Director of Fiscal Operations in school wide initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required

Working Conditions
Office, library, computer room

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range
$50,684.00 - $91,232.00

Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.