Job Duties
Manages assigned budget operation areas to ensure daily operations are efficient, timely and without errors resulting in the highest budget office standards.
Fully participate in all phases of the budget development process.
Analyze, and develop reports that demonstrate the fiscal health of the University.
Create analysis which are clear and concise to forecasts current and future needs of the University.
Ensure the successful implementation and closeout of the E&G operating budgets.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and/or Competencies required to successfully perform the work:
• Knowledge of and experience in using mainframe and/or server based administrative computer systems required.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s planning and budgeting cycle, preferred.
• Knowledge of budgeting for public higher education institutions, preferred.
• Skilled communicator and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Requires demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience in providing excellent customer service to the public required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite to complete analyses and present results; immediate proficiency in WORD and EXCEL and the aptitude to become proficient with ACCESS within 6 six months, required.
Additional Considerations
A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Management, or Public Administration is preferred.
A Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Management or Public Administration is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY:
Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.
Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.