Associate Budget Director

JOB SUMMARY :
Coppin State University, a fully accredited institution and member of the University System of Maryland, is accepting applications for an Associate Budget Director.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide support to the AVP of Finance and Budget in the areas of budgetary planning, development, and analysis.
• Assist with the development and preparation of the University’s operating and capital budgets and budget requests.
• Assist with developing the annual campus budget process and timeline, as well as the compilation and analysis of budgetary information as it is submitted.
• Prepare statistical analysis of revenue and expenditure data for use in budgetary evaluation and projections.
• Work with departmental Business Managers to analyze and review budgetary expenditures to ensure spending activity is aligned with resources and University priorities.
• Monitor the expenditure of special or restricted funds to ensure activities are aligned with approved activities.
• Integrate and execute the budget within the University’s ERP system.
• Assist AVP with the planning and review of annual legislative budget documents and proposed legislation to determine their fiscal impact to the University.
• Review budgetary data within the University’s ERP system to ensure the accuracy of budget data.
• Review and update internal budgeting procedures, as necessary.
• Facilitate and deliver budgetary training for other operational areas of the University.
• Serve as backup to the AVP when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited university.
• Master’s degree in business, finance, or accounting is highly preferred.

EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum of five years experience in budgeting/accounting and/or managing fiscal services such as budget development, forecasting, or analysis of financial data, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Experience using PeopleSoft or Workday Financials highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS :

• Ability to function effectively as a member of an administrative team.
• Ability to solve problems utilizing sound judgment so that decisions are made appropriately and timely.
• Ability to function effectively with faculty, students, support staff, and administrators utilizing exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, summarize, and present financial information.
• Ability to prioritize, manage and successfully complete multiple tasks.
• Exhibit initiative, possess a strong work ethic and excellent customer service skills.
• Competency in leadership and strategic acumen along with the technical skills necessary to perform to expectations within the role.
• Capability to implement and manage change.
• Excellent organizational skills assuring that all project timelines and report deadlines are met.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy with financial transactions.
• Experience with fund/governmental accounting.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite and a variety of computer software packages.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Position Detail Information

Position Detail Information

Posting Number

ST2022-0035

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

06/29/2022

Close Date

07/20/2022

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

COVID -19 vaccination is required prior to start of work at Coppin State University. Medical and religious exemption request are accepted and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please submit any/all documents related to this matter to AskHR@coppin.edu.