Manager, Financial Budgeting and Analysis

Kent State

Job Location:

Kent - UK

Monthly Salary: $ 53015 - 62927

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title:	Manager Financial Budgeting and Analysis
Physical Location:	Kent Campus - Kent OH
Salary:	$53015 - $62927
Basic Function:	To provide financial management services and business support to one or more academic or administrative departments/units with moderate operating budgets; to support the unit(s) in making sound financial decisions. Reports to Dean Chairperson or designated administrator.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:	Based in the Office of the Provost this shared position supports collaborative work across University College the College of Honors and Global Education and the Office of the Provost.
Examples of Duties:	Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following: Develop financial plans and reporting that aligns with the units strategies. Communicate and clarify the financial aspects of the units strategic business plans within the unit and to appropriate areas outside the unit. Provide leadership in the development of long-range financial plans. Conduct business process analysis needs assessments and preliminary cost/benefit analysis on program proposals and alternatives being considered. Analyze costs and expenditure and prepare fiscal projections for use in determining budget. Assist budgetary authority with the preparation of the annual budget process and coordinate budgeting activity for assigned unit(s). Monitors budget throughout the year. Build modeling tools to support financial forecasting; perform financial analysis to help determine financial feasibility of new or revised programs/services. Coordinate the development of business plans for identified initiatives. Work in cooperation with other university departments and budgetary authorities to ensure that the financial analysis informational needs of the unit(s) are met. Function as the contact through which all fiscal events occur. Ensure adherence to university policy procedures and internal controls with regard to business and financial related matters. Oversee monitor and/or perform transactions involving business support functions (e.g. management of cash handling and controls invoicing purchasing expense records management payroll/H.R. record keeping and budgeting). Maintain balance and reconcile all unit accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Analyze budgets accounts expenditures and transfers. Investigate issues and discrepancies and research solutions. Make recommendations based on findings and prepare responses. Compile and report financial information for management analysis and decision making needs. Utilize and maintain automated reporting systems. May develop databases logs and spreadsheets to maintain records and create reports. May support faculty and researchers with preparation of grant budgets contracts and related records; formulate and implement operating guidelines and procedures for business processes internal to assigned unit(s); assist assigned (s) with business operations not specifically related to financial matters; work on special projects; and supervise business operations support staff. Provide functional guidance ofadministrative/professional employees and/or direct supervision of support staff on an on-going basis. May provide ongoing facilitation of consecutive projects. Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in accounting or related business degree. Three years budget and accounting experience which includes experience in budget development and monitoring and reconciling accounts. Knowledge Of: Applicable laws and regulations Applicable grant and contract principles (if required by position) Skill In: Preparing reports and budgets Compiling information analyzing data and preparing financial statements. Strong organizational skills; verbal and written communication skills Ability To: Conduct business process analysis needs assessment and cost/benefit analysis Build modeling tools Use personal computer applications: word processing database email and spreadsheets; strong spreadsheet skills required Effectively communicate with university and external constituents Manage people and projects
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:
Assessments:	Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:	None.
Special Instructions Summary:
Additional Information:	Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind. For official job descriptions visit Kent State University is a Smoke-Free Tobacco-Free University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.

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Manager

Job Title:Manager Financial Budgeting and AnalysisPhysical Location:Kent Campus - Kent OHSalary:$53015 - $62927Basic Function:To provide financial management services and business support to one or more academic or administrative departments/units with moderate operating budgets; to support the unit...

Job Title:	Manager Financial Budgeting and Analysis
Physical Location:	Kent Campus - Kent OH
Salary:	$53015 - $62927
Basic Function:	To provide financial management services and business support to one or more academic or administrative departments/units with moderate operating budgets; to support the unit(s) in making sound financial decisions. Reports to Dean Chairperson or designated administrator.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:	Based in the Office of the Provost this shared position supports collaborative work across University College the College of Honors and Global Education and the Office of the Provost.
Examples of Duties:	Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following: Develop financial plans and reporting that aligns with the units strategies. Communicate and clarify the financial aspects of the units strategic business plans within the unit and to appropriate areas outside the unit. Provide leadership in the development of long-range financial plans. Conduct business process analysis needs assessments and preliminary cost/benefit analysis on program proposals and alternatives being considered. Analyze costs and expenditure and prepare fiscal projections for use in determining budget. Assist budgetary authority with the preparation of the annual budget process and coordinate budgeting activity for assigned unit(s). Monitors budget throughout the year. Build modeling tools to support financial forecasting; perform financial analysis to help determine financial feasibility of new or revised programs/services. Coordinate the development of business plans for identified initiatives. Work in cooperation with other university departments and budgetary authorities to ensure that the financial analysis informational needs of the unit(s) are met. Function as the contact through which all fiscal events occur. Ensure adherence to university policy procedures and internal controls with regard to business and financial related matters. Oversee monitor and/or perform transactions involving business support functions (e.g. management of cash handling and controls invoicing purchasing expense records management payroll/H.R. record keeping and budgeting). Maintain balance and reconcile all unit accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Analyze budgets accounts expenditures and transfers. Investigate issues and discrepancies and research solutions. Make recommendations based on findings and prepare responses. Compile and report financial information for management analysis and decision making needs. Utilize and maintain automated reporting systems. May develop databases logs and spreadsheets to maintain records and create reports. May support faculty and researchers with preparation of grant budgets contracts and related records; formulate and implement operating guidelines and procedures for business processes internal to assigned unit(s); assist assigned (s) with business operations not specifically related to financial matters; work on special projects; and supervise business operations support staff. Provide functional guidance ofadministrative/professional employees and/or direct supervision of support staff on an on-going basis. May provide ongoing facilitation of consecutive projects. Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in accounting or related business degree. Three years budget and accounting experience which includes experience in budget development and monitoring and reconciling accounts. Knowledge Of: Applicable laws and regulations Applicable grant and contract principles (if required by position) Skill In: Preparing reports and budgets Compiling information analyzing data and preparing financial statements. Strong organizational skills; verbal and written communication skills Ability To: Conduct business process analysis needs assessment and cost/benefit analysis Build modeling tools Use personal computer applications: word processing database email and spreadsheets; strong spreadsheet skills required Effectively communicate with university and external constituents Manage people and projects
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:
Assessments:	Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:	None.
Special Instructions Summary:
Additional Information:	Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind. For official job descriptions visit Kent State University is a Smoke-Free Tobacco-Free University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.