Director of Student Affairs Budget REVISE/REPOST

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Work type:Staff
Location:Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories:Administrative

Position Title: Director of Student Affairs Budget REVISE/REPOST
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:

60000 – VP Student Affairs Admin

Advertised Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.)
FLSA: Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:  Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time
Union Group: N/A
Term of Position: 12 Month
At Will/Just Cause: At Will
Summary of Position: Use appropriate accounting methods to establish criteria; investigate and develop projections; or analyze a variety of conditions, problems, or questions relative to issues concerning budget and expenditures. In addition, provide responsible independent and complex record keeping and accounting functions for the Division of Student Affairs. Responsible for data analysis for fiscal and other decision-making, budget projections, and year-end reconciliation. Liaison to Human Resources connecting offices and staff from the Division of Student Affairs to Human Resources to streamline processes and procedures.
Position Type: Staff
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or closely related field by time of appointment.
Required Work Experience: Five years demonstrated successful work experience in account/analysis and/or related field.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Carrying
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Duties will be performed within the Division of Student Affairs.
Prepare Division of Student Affairs budget allocations and track changes throughout the fiscal year to ensure annual amounts are accurate.
Maintain status, analyze, and track all Division of Student Affairs annual operating budget submissions.
Identify strengths and/or weaknesses in budget plan and course of action to be considered to resolve issues.
Identify budget trends and implication of those trends in the Division of Student Affairs operations.
Meet monthly with directors and deans within Student Affairs to ensure budgets are on track and discuss future planning or needs.
Perform approval for expenses, position related changes and technology purchases as necessary.
Work as the divisional HR liaison to ensure position related needs are addressed appropriately and by policy. This includes knowledge of all bargaining unit contracts, working with respective union contacts and human resources jointly.
Provide budget recommendations to respond to a wide range of issues.
Develop, formulate, and recommend solutions to address complex issues and concerns that may arise in the areas of resource allocations and policies.
Participate in short and long-term fiscal planning and goal setting and strategic planning projects with university-wide implications.
Develop timelines and procedures relative to Division of Student Affairs fiscal management.
Provide independent complex accounting and record keeping support services for the Division of Student Affairs and assist in training new employees with budgetary responsibilities.
Perform all fiscal year end close transactions by specified required dates.
Utilize various software applications to produce reports and other required or requested information.
Research and compile data; analyze reports, records and accounts; make recommendations, monitor, and take action as authorized.
Regularly evaluate positions and position budgets and fund accordingly. Track savings and maintain records on divisions FTE’s.
Answer inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources, providing explanation and interpretive information on the operations policies, practices and procedures for the Division of Student Affairs.
Ensure that all departments that are required to perform month end close are doing by specified dates, are accurate and following all university policies, and internal software balances to Banner.
Review documents as directed relative to Division of Student Affairs impact, policies, procedures, guidelines, etc.
Monitor the allocation of specialized accounts including grant, sponsored projects, federal, state, and institutional funds.
Oversee Concur travel completeness checker process.
Handle sensitive and confidential matters regularly.
Prepare selected personnel forms and reports as directed. Assist department with personnel related questions and work as a liaison between the Division of Student Affairs and human resources.
Coordinate data analysis to assist with decision-making and information gathering.
Attend meetings and/or conferences.
Serve on various committees.
Work with advisors of Finance Division of Student Government and balance and maintain funds accordingly.
Perform all duties in compliance with applicable university policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
Report to the Vice President for Student Affairs.
Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information.
Responsible for the training of assigned staff with the area of budget responsibility.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with emphasis on Excel.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants: Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor degree.

Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:
11/4/2022
Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes
Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

Advertised:21 Oct 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
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