Budget Officer

Title: Budget Officer

Employee Classification: Budget Officer

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Merch, Hosp & Tour

Department: UNT-CMHT-Gen-137000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $64,680.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism offers five bachelor of science degree programs (hospitality management, merchandising, home furnishings merchandising, digital retailing, and consumer experience management) and three master of science degree programs (merchandising, hospitality management, and international sustainable tourism). The mission of the College is to transform learning, research and engagement for a global experience economy. Industry-relevant coursework delivered by expert faculty employs a focus on creative thinking and globally oriented problem solving.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for all aspects of financial operations to include financial analysis, evaluation, planning, reporting and recommending the most efficient use of the college's resources. As a strategic thinking leader and member of the Deans leadership team, the budget officer will work closely with the Dean to develop and coordinate the Colleges annual academic and operating budget planning process, forecasts and predicts resource requirements for new and existing programs, and develops funding strategies to ensure financial sustainability

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with coursework in accounting, finance, business or related field and two years' of progressively responsible financial administration or budget management experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of (or ability to rapidly assimilate and retain) University fiscal and administrative policy, procedure and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of sound business management principles, policies, and techniques.
• Ability to work under considerable pressure, to adjust to constant changes, to handle multiple tasks, and to coordinate the work of others. Marked ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Functional computer applications skills. Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness.
• Knowledge of safe working procedures and security measures related to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• 5 years of progressively responsible budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic planning experience in a higher education setting.
• Thorough knowledge of current accounting principles, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Advanced demonstrated skills in financial analysis and direct experience with administration of sponsored projects.
• Skilled with computer applications in budgeting and financial planning models.
• Experience working in an academic unit.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Hyperion, and Power BI.
• Master's Degree.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

• Assist Dean with hiring of senior administrative staff in search committees and assists Associate Dean in hiring processes.
• Prepares, monitors and maintains control of expenditures within budgets.
• Reports budgetary, fiscal and personnel status and department activities to administrators. Makes projections and reports on budget status.
• Direct and supervise the Finance and Administration.
• Conducts cost studies, collects and analyzes data, and prepares statistical reports.
• Maintains contact and liaison with other University offices and with administrative officers of external agencies and coordinates special assignments and projects.
• Utilizes thorough knowledge of University fiscal and academic policy, procedure and practices. Advises supervisor on compliance and safety issues compliance.
• Practice sound business management principles, policies and techniques.
• Must be able to work under considerable pressure, to adjust to constant changes, to handle multiple tasks and to coordinate the work of others.
• Disseminates advice to faculty, administrators and staff as Compliance Officer.
• Setup processes for the Instructional Fee accounts.
• Provide guidance and training to the departmental and college staff in personnel and budgetary matters.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

• Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application.
• Attach CV and a cover letter.

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.