Department Business Administrator - Law Center

🇺🇸 Remote - US 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Administrator 🗓️ March 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Houston is hiring a Department Business Administrator for the Law Center. The role involves managing the department's administrative, financial, budgetary, and human resources operations, including oversight of research grants, service centers, and institutes. The administrator ensures compliance with university and federal policies while supervising staff and coordinating with various university entities.

Highlights

Manage financial accounting systems for federal grants and contracts.
Review and approve accounting reconciliations and prepare financial reports.
Ensure compliance with UH internal audits, contracts, grants policies, and state and federal regulations.
Oversee personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable/receivable, and general accounting tasks.
Supervise departmental staff including performance planning and reviews.
Serve as liaison between department leadership and other university offices.
Facilitate regular staff meetings for training and operational updates.
Require proficiency in financial and ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Minimum five years of relevant experience or equivalent education with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, reconciliation, and compliance.
Salary is commensurate with experience and education.