MANAGER, SAP LAB AND ACCOUNTING HUB

Req #: 231860

Department: UW TACOMA

Posting Date: 03/18/2024

Closing Info

Open Until Filled

Salary: $5,810-$6,500 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (~~~) Although open until filled, priority application date is April 1, 2024.

The University of Washington Tacoma is an anchor institution that is deeply invested in its local communities and in student success. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UW Tacoma is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. UW Tacoma's commitment to access and diversity is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth. More information about UW Tacoma and its strategic plan can be found here. (~~~)

The Manager, SAP Lab and Accounting HUB at the Milgard School of Business (MSB) University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) is responsible for contributing to undergraduate and graduate student success and engagement. This position will develop, manage, and support Accounting HUB initiatives and activities, as well as take on independent projects in relation to planning and implementing the strategic direction of the undergraduate and graduate accounting programs. The position will work with the Director of Accounting Programs, accounting faculty, Milgard staff, and current and prospective students at UWT on these endeavors. The Manager will also develop relationships with educators at other institutions, prospective and current students, alumni, and local community leaders in order to support a robust student mentoring program and alumni engagement. The individual in this position must have an understanding of accounting classes at the undergraduate and graduate level, and an understanding of curriculum and details of all classes within the program. This position must also have knowledge of multiple modules of SAP enterprise-wide software, with the ability to support student learning.

The Manager, SAP Lab and Accounting HUB will accomplish the above by doing the following:

-Managing the operations of the SAP Lab and Accounting HUB including: - (50%)

• Implementing new initiatives to ensure the growth and strategic success of the SAP Lab and Accounting HUB.

• Ensuring that school, campus, and university policies and procedures are followed in all initiatives.

• Assisting the Director in setting center goals and conducting assessments.

• Conducting research on internal data as well as external sources (i.e., similar programs at other institutions.)

• Serving as point of contact and representative for the Accounting HUB and SAP Lab both within and outside the Milgard School, e.g., at campus-wide events and to the community.

• Supervising student employees (up to five 5).

• Developing and managing the Enterprise Resource Planning Simulator (ERPSIM) International Competition TEAM, as well as other national and international competition teams.

• Managing International Student activities and assimilation.-Fostering relationships with the Accounting Advisory Board and members of the Accounting Profession to build and maintain strong interest in the accounting program and our students with the goal of increasing financial support for the program and job opportunities for our students. - (20%)-Ensuring the strategic success of the Voluntary Income Tax (VITA) program through the management of the VITA site including: - (20%)

• Coordinating with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to ensure all volunteers have received the appropriate certifications.

• Training and supervising student volunteers to ensure successful completion of tax returns, as well as safeguarding all tax payer information.

• Raising community awareness of the VITA site and encouraging community members to utilize the program.

• Obtaining grant funding from the IRS.

• Maintaining knowledge of IRS regulations to ensure the Accounting HUB VITA site remains in program compliance.-Managing Executive Education and Certification programs - 10%

• Managing the planning and logistics of multi-day events, multiple times during the year.

• Managing the registration and communication with attendees from the campus and community.

• Assisting the director with curriculum development.-Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business or related field and one year of relevant experience Additional

• Strong knowledge of SAP-ERP software and accounting coursework

• Attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and work a flexible schedule with some evening and/or weekend work

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team serving a diverse population of students, staff and/or faculty

• MS suite experience Desired Qualifications

• Experience building partnerships with external groups and/or organizations

• Experience working with people at different life and career stages

• Experience supporting faculty in a graduate program

• Knowledge of graduate programs policies and procedures

• Experience using social media for professional purposes

• Experience working with international studentsApplication Process:The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.