Position Information:

Position Title:

Budget and Finance Specialist III

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field and 5 years of related experience.
Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial accountability.
Expertise in developing complex spreadsheets and using databases.
Familiarity with fund accounting in a higher education, governmental, or non-profit organization setting including the funding sources and restrictions.
Knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems, such as Workday.

Job Description:

Summary

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Iowa State University of Science and Technology in Ames, Iowa is seeking a Budget and Finance Specialist III. This position is part of the CALS Budget and Finance team and will be responsible for managing budgeting and financial operations, forecasting, analysis and reporting, and supporting college-level finance related activities. The individual will assist in the annual budget planning process, serve as a back-up for budget entry into Workday Planning, and serve in the cost center manager (CCM) role. They will develop and present periodic and ad-hoc financial reports and projections to senior leadership to assist in budget decisions.

Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals
• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff
• May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)
• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS809

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:

March 6, 2023

Posting Close Date:

April 12, 2023

Job Requisition Number:

R11165

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