Budget and Finance Specialist II
Budget and Finance Specialist II
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Job Description
Position Title:
Budget and Finance Specialist IIJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Experience with budget tracking and financial reporting; ideally in a public or nonprofit setting.Experience in or knowledge of Cooperative Extension.
Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets in organizations/departments/units of 50 individuals.
Experience interpreting and supplying data for management to support decision-making such as examining program impact data relative to the cost of program delivery etc.
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact through mission-focused financial work Do you thrive in a collaborative environment that supports statewide initiatives improving the lives of others
If so Health and Human Sciences Extension and Outreach (HHSEO) at Iowa State University is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Budget and Finance Specialist II position!
This position directly supports HHSEO programs across the state assisting with budget planning financial analysis and operational reporting. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and strategic financial oversight across a variety of initiatives within the portfolio. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with program leaders to support effective resource use identify revenue opportunities and maintain compliance with university financial policies.
What Youll Do:
Track expenditures revenues and account balances to ensure accuracy and compliance
Monitor account balances and reconcile discrepancies under the direction of leadership
Maintain supporting documentation for personnel action forms and budget changes
Assist in monitoring daily financial activity (purchasing travel payroll transfers)
Support data entry reporting and system maintenance related to finance workflows
Prepare routine monthly budget and financial reports for HHSEO accounts and program areas
Reconcile financial records and resolve or escalate discrepancies as needed
Compile financial data and prepare projections for annual and multi-year budget planning
Document budget procedures and ensure alignment with ISU policies and guidelines
Provide support and guidance to HHSEO staff using university financial systems (e.g. Workday)
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
About Health and Human Sciences Extension and Outreach:
Health and Human Sciences Extension and Outreach deliversresearch-based information and education to help Iowans make informed decisions that improve their quality of life. As the outreach arm of the College of Health and HumanSciences faculty and staff work together with HHSEO educators located across all 99 Iowa counties to translate university research into practical solutions for individuals families employers and and Human Sciences Extension and Outreach focuses on food safety nutrition wellness caregiving parenting relationships and personal finance for people across the lifespan. In addition HHSEO hotlines and call centers offer assistance with home and family questions stress counseling financial concerns and legal questions.
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS808Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
May 22 2025Posting Close Date:
June 4 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17087Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
