Position Type:

Civil Service

Classification Title:

Assistant University Budget Officer

Position's Functional Title:

Budget Manager

Position Summary:

Governors The Budget Manager reports to the Director of Budget and Financial Planning and works with the Director to support the financial planning and management of the University. The Budget Manager is responsible for planning, development, and financial reporting services throughout the University. This role is responsible for the compilation, review, and examination of financial information for internal/external reporting requirements. The incumbent identifies financial challenges and makes recommendations to resolve financial effect. S/he provides expertise and guidance regarding policies and procedures interpretation. The Budget Manager is expected to build and collaborate relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.


Essential Responsibilities 35% Administer budget process and conduct budget planning and development. Coordinate the planning and development of unit level budgets, providing guidance and analysis to increase the efficiency of the unit’s expenditures and meet established financial objectives. Manage the process of compilation of budget documents and forecasting analyses to develop fiscal budgets/plans. Assess budget performance to identify problems trends and/or operations influencing the department/unit. Collaborate with department/unit partners to determine variances and recommend actions to management to resolve/adjust budgets as appropriate, and providing alternatives. Design and implement procedures using best practices to maintain internal controls and compliance. 25% Develop reporting resources to review, analyze, and support budgetary needs. Create ad hoc reports to compare to and study alignment with strategic plan and quantified financial goals. Provide financial and administrative policy and procedure expertise. Provide timely reporting, analyses to support decision making. 20% Develop processes and workflows which provide ongoing oversight of financial operations to the University. Provide high quality, solution-oriented financial support and guidance to management throughout the organization. 20% Oversee the supervision of personnel including work allocation, training, development, implementation of internal policies and procedures, performance evaluation, and recommendation of personnel actions. Build positive relationships with staff, provide motivational support, and champion a work culture that challenges, respects and engages staff.

Starting Salary Range: $59,507.66 to $68,433.81.

(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIRED: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).

1. Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accountancy, Business Administration, Finance, or Business Analytics.
2. Three (3) years of professional experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity in the fields of accountancy, business administration, finance, or business analytics.

For more details, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=3581.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Accountancy, Business Administration or related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively professional experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity in the fields of accountancy, business administration, or related professional field.
• Five (5) years of progressive work experience in higher education.
• Supervisory and change management leadership experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Posting Date:

08/02/2021

Closing Date:

08/12/2021

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

CS0548P

Type of Search:

External

Quicklink for Posting:

https://employment.govst.edu/postings/6149

Special Instructions to Applicants:

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:
For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts or Documentation confirming High School completion or equivalent (use “Transcripts” or “Other” to attach document) 2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details)3: Cover Letter 4: Resume5: A list of three Professional References
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.
CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources: 1: Department of Defense – DD214/DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form

3: Discharge Orders

4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Must be received by the closing date of this posting.