Business Assistant 2

Overview

The Business Services team in the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business is accepting applications for a Business Assistant II. This is a full time, non-exempt position reporting to the Business Manager in the Huntsman School. The Business Assistant will serve as the primary contact to the Huntsman School departments to process travel requests, p-card purchases, and financial reviews. The position requires organizational skills, and needs to be able to work independently as well as be a team player.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

Responsibilities

• Make purchases in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Attach receipts for p-card purchases.
• Process all travel authorization and travel reimbursement requests in compliance with USU procedures and policies.
• Review financial transactions.
• Maintain spreadsheets to track information.
• Process journal entries as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of related work experience; or an associate degree/technical training plus two years of related work experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a business field is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently without immediate supervision.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information.
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to select the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to work to create a team-based environment - consistently demonstrating cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"

2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile.

3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

We believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Huntsman School provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.

We started as the first business school in the West and have a proud legacy, but we’re not done yet. We strive each year to “Dare Mighty Things,” to honor the Huntsman name by putting our students first and developing programs that align with values such as ethical leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. We see successful outcomes of this approach in the lives of our students and alumni every day. We invite you to become a part of our aspirational journey.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or [email protected]. 

*updated 12/2025

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*updated 10/2025