Budget Analyst II

Budget Analyst II

000012

Full Time

No

1

Budget

0401597

EHRA (Non-Faculty)

Professional

Commensurate with Experience and Education

Flat Rate

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

The Budget Office is one of ten departments (Facilities Management, Planning & Construction, Business Services, Controller, Budget, Payroll, Purchasing, Treasurer/Bursar, and Contracts & Grants) within the Business and Finance Division. The primary purpose of the Budget Office is to provide basic information and guidance to all departments/schools and the office of the University. This information concerns the establishment, revision, reporting, administration, and control of budgets as directed by the Chancellor, Board of Governors, Office of State Budget Management and North Carolina General Statutes.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The primary purpose of the position is to properly account for all Auxiliary funds and trust funds (excluding Foundation and Contracts & Grants). This position will work closely with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Budget, Financial Planning, and Analysis. The position will assist various account custodians, budget managers and other staff within the Business & Finance Division, preparing and disseminating reports as required. This position is responsible for preparing and presenting budgetary information and guidance to all departments and units of Fayetteville State University regarding funds, except for Foundation and Contracts & Grants.

Detailed Description of Work:
The position will review program budgets and expenditures and approve budget revisions for accuracy and program efficiency. Monitor budgets throughout the year and conduct analyses of spending patterns to identify potential strengths and weaknesses. Independently troubleshoots errors and inconsistencies within the budget and provides recommendations to management for program improvements.
Percentage of Time – 65%Provide consultation to department heads and budget managers in the preparation of annual budget estimates. This position produces a variety of standard and ad hoc financial analyses, including, but not limited to, multi-year budget forecasts, quarterly projections of revenues and expenses, and other reports to provide to resource allocation decisions and internal controls. Perform comparative analysis of budgetary transactions on a monthly, adjust resolve any issue.Financial Monitoring and Management– Trust Funds: Prepare and enter budgets for accounts at the beginning of each fiscal year. Responsible for monthly analysis of approximately 512 Trust Fund Accounts.

Auxiliary Accounts: Prepare and enter budgets for accounts at the beginning of each fiscal year. Perform various financial analyses to determine if the University is following accounting practices that will strengthen financial posture. Evaluate the revenues in all auxiliary accounts and make recommendations as necessary.

Overhead Receipts: Establish budgets in all overhead receipts account, forecast receipts to be generated from the indirect cost rate on all contracts & grants.
Percentage of Time – 20%

Fiscal Management: Analyze and review departmental budgets and expenditures. Analysis of Accounts with Deficits: Conduct detailed financial reconciliation of all non-state non–grant budgets, reviewing monthly the negative balance report provided by the Reporting Accountant (Controller’s Office), analyzing all aspects of budget transactions, identify accounts that have deficits, take appropriate action to correct deficits, by informing Budget Director, departments and/or budget manager to complete budget transfers.

Percentage of Time – 15%

Responsibilities include assisting staff by providing appropriate responses to questions and guidance on financial issues. The position is responsible for research, reconciling, financial analysis, and reporting. The position serves on project teams and committees involving testing, training, and related operational procedure development.

Public Contact – Liaison activities include interpretation of departmental budgets, financial status, reconciliation and correcting budgetary or accounting errors and modifications.Office Equipment Operation – Utilize Banner and BRS daily for data entry, and other computer software to draft memos, letters, and Excel to generate spreadsheet reports when necessary. Complete month-end closing adjustments. Prepare BD-606’s via BRS and analyze budget transfer request and determine if adjustments are one-time or recurring.Files – Proofread reports as needed and assist with report distributions to internal and external users.

Other Duties – Aid the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Budget, Financial Planning, and Analysis on special assigned projects.Cross-train with other staff within the office in all relevant areas to minimize the likelihood of an office shutdown in the absence of key employees.

Education and Experience Requirement:
Master’s degree 1-2 years’ experience in public administration, business administration, accounting, or related field. ORBachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, or related discipline with 2-4 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Considerable knowledge of spreadsheet development and word processors.
• Banner, Budget Preparation Systems as well as Cash Management Control System.

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Yes

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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