BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST II

Dean of Arts & Science

We’re looking for someone who enjoys organization, problem-solving, and working with people. If you take pride in delivering great service, managing details, and contributing to a collaborative team, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build and grow your business and financial skills in a dynamic academic environment.

In this role, you’ll independently perform a variety of specialized business support functions while partnering closely with colleagues across the College.

You will:

• Support day-to-day business and fiscal operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing
• Research information, collect data, and prepare routine analyses on reports related to purchasing, payments, and other financial activities
• Serve as a point of contact for routine questions, acting as a liaison between departments, vendors, and internal partners

Key Responsibilities:

• Reconciling One Card transactions
• Processing employee and student reimbursements
• Submitting payment requests and non-PO vouchers
• Creating and managing requisitions and purchase orders
• Assisting with contract processing
• Completing Cash Receipts Reports (CRR) processing

Generally, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Some flexibility with supervisor approval is available on start and end times.

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Prior work in PeopleSoft or a similar enterprise financial system
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions with attention to detail
• Commitment to teamwork and providing excellent service

Salary Range: $18 - $21.50/hour
Grade: GGS-007
University Title: Business Support Specialist II
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Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This is an on-site position located on the campus of the University of Missouri-Columbia. Applicants must reside in the state of Missouri or be willing to relocate prior to the hire date.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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