Business Services Coordinator at InsideHigherEd

Department:IEED - VC for Innovation-201410Career Area:Accounting/Finance/AuditingIs this an internal only recruitment?:NoPosting Open Date :12/12/2025Application Deadline:01/02/2026Position Type:Permanent Staff (SHRA)Position Title:Business Services Coordinator - JourneySalary Grade Equivalent:NC09 / GN07Working Title:Business Services CoordinatorPosition Number:20057292Vacancy ID:P020707Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time PermanentHours per week:40Work Schedule:Monday-FridayWork Location:CHAPEL HILL, NCPosition Location:North Carolina, USHiring Range:$34,280 - $55,000Pay Band Information:To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.Be a Tar Heel!:A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (IEED) leads the University in its goal to uncover and unleash the vast innovation potential of faculty, students, staff, alumni and stakeholders. IEED works with leadership across campus to set strategy, provide central services, establish and foster partnerships, and garner resources to support the University’s innovation, entrepreneurship and economic development agenda. UNC-Chapel Hill is generating ground-breaking ideas through research to become a leading fundamental and translational research university. IEED uses a federated model to strengthen the innovation ecosystem that consists of an extensive network of University-facilitated programs. This network of students, faculty and staff are working together to tackle the most challenging problems in North Carolina and the world.Position Summary:This 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 Business Services Coordinator will join the business operations team supporting the financial and administrative needs of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development division, and its four departments; Office of Technology Commercialization, Innovate Carolina, Kickstart Venture Services, and the Office of Innovation and Design for the Public Good.The Business Services Coordinator will manage various funding sources for designated departments and programs. This includes managing expenditures, coordinating payroll activity, reporting, and reconciling. This position will oversee the billing, collection, and deposit of funds due to the University, as well as interdepartmental charges. They will submit accurate complete financial reports and invoices in an efficient, timely manner to various stakeholders. This position will understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures applicable to the processing of financial data, maintenance of financial records, preparation of reports, and management of funds. This position will identify risks and potential issues generated in budget and program activities, present issues to management, and suggest recommendations/solutions. This position will be responsible for applying, communicating, and promoting the best practices of the division to meet the overall organizational mission, goals, and objectives.Systems include ConnectCarolina (Peoplesoft), InfoPorte, Touchnet, Business Track, Blue, and a modified Salesforce platform. Excel is used extensively.Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:The position requires strong quantitative and critical thinking skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated proficiency in the creation and manipulation of Excel files, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work independently at a very high level, with little supervision. The individual in this position must be able to address multiple tasks under stringent deadlines.Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Experience in a university setting is preferred.Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:Not Applicable.