Supervisor, Business Transactions and Services

📋 Description

• • As a Supervisor for Business Transactions and Services at The Ohio State University's Procurement Shared Service Center, you will play a pivotal role in leading a dedicated team responsible for the efficient and accurate processing of procurement and expense transactions. This leadership position is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of financial services for college and unit faculty and staff across the university.
• • Your primary responsibility will be to manage and mentor a team of procurement and expense processing professionals. This involves guiding their daily activities, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment, and ensuring that individual and team goals are met.
• • You will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement within the department. This includes identifying opportunities to enhance internal procedures, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to boost efficiency, accuracy, and overall customer satisfaction.
• • A key aspect of your role will be to oversee the workflow of your team, ensuring that all transactions are processed promptly and accurately. This requires a keen understanding of procurement and expense policies and procedures, as well as the ability to anticipate and address potential bottlenecks.
• • You will serve as the primary point of contact for ensuring compliance with all university-established policies and procedures related to procurement and expense management. This involves staying abreast of any changes and effectively communicating them to your team and relevant stakeholders.
• • Performing regular compliance reviews of transactions will be a critical duty. You will be responsible for identifying any discrepancies or non-compliance issues and implementing corrective actions to maintain the integrity of financial processes.
• • As the system approver for appropriate transactions, you will ensure that all supporting documentation meets university and office guidelines and policies before final approval. This requires meticulous attention to detail and a thorough understanding of financial controls.
• • You will collaborate closely with department Finance Officers and Managers to research and resolve complex and non-routine issues that may arise during the transaction processing or compliance review stages. This necessitates strong problem-solving skills and effective communication.
• • This role demands a proactive approach to customer service, ensuring that faculty and staff receive timely, accurate, and helpful support for their procurement and expense-related inquiries and needs.
• • You will contribute to the strategic objectives of the Procurement Shared Service Center by implementing process improvements that align with the university's financial goals and operational excellence.
• • The position offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop a team within a prestigious academic institution, contributing directly to the financial operations that support its mission.
• • You will be expected to foster a culture of accountability, dependability, and adaptability within your team, ensuring that they are equipped to handle evolving demands and challenges.
• • This role requires a strong understanding of financial systems and the ability to leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency. Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, particularly Workday, is highly desirable.
• • You will be a key liaison between the Procurement Shared Service Center and various university departments, building strong working relationships to facilitate seamless financial operations.
• • The Supervisor will also be responsible for training new team members and providing ongoing professional development opportunities to existing staff, ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable team.
• • Upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and financial stewardship will be paramount in this role, reflecting the values of The Ohio State University.
• • This position is designated as a Remote Location, offering flexibility while maintaining critical operational responsibilities.
• • The target hiring range for this position is $58,700 to $77,200 per year, reflecting the experience and responsibilities associated with this leadership role.
• • Successful candidates will be subject to a background check, and potentially a drug screen or physical, as part of the post-offer process.