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Job Description FINANCIAL ANL 3 Working Title Budget and Operations Manager - Development
Job Code 007709 Grade 22
Department Name Development - D01188 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 07/17/2017
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Generic Scope
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Contacts are both internal and external to the department.

Department Custom Scope
University Advancement is critically important to the financial well-being of the University. Within Advancement, a key function of Development is to increase philanthropic support for the University by nurturing long-term relationships with alumni and friends. With many moving parts and a distributed workforce, the operations are fast paced, multi-faceted and fluid. To accomplish its goals on behalf of the larger campus, Development has a program budget of approximately $1 million and a staff of approximately 50. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Development, this position, the Budget and Operations Manager, is responsible for working with the Development leadership team to create the annual budget (including projecting based on actual events, providing cost benefit analyses, reviewing and making recommendations, etc.) and monitoring the progress throughout the year with periodic variance reports for the team. Becoming a trusted member of the leadership team helps the incumbent provide sound advice vis a vis trends, obstacles, opportunities, and challenges. Additionally, the position is responsible for the coordination of other departmental activities (purchasing, accounts payable, etc.) to enable the department to run smoothly. The position provides leadership, supervision, and professional development feedback to administrative staff. The Budget and Operations Manager works closely with University Advancement's central finance/accounting and human resources functions. May be called upon to draft job descriptions, assist with the recruitment process, and other personnel related actions as necessary.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Advanced degree in related area. Preferred

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Applies professional concepts to perform moderate to complex analysis to understand past performance and determine present and future performance and/or resource allocations.
15
Provides analytical support for complex budget, financial, or resource analysis projects.
  • Analyzes budget and financial performance for department. Designs various reports to analyze performance against plan. Using accounting and other activity data, identifies trends, problems, risks, opportunities against budget and financial realities. Within the complex budget and financial records, Development depends on unique and varied funding sources, both temporary and permanent funds.
20
Coordinates and implements department budget allocations, conceives of and maintains department chart of accounts or other data management tools, and related business processes.
  • Develops annual budgets for Development accounts, including adjusting expenses for seasonality and operational timing. Provides counsel and advice to the senior management team on ways to maximize resources, evaluates process and/or institutes changes for more effective management.
5
Gathers information, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for financial and/or resource plans, including annual resource allocation approaches, trended future requirements, operating forecasts, sources and uses, etc. Examples include generating, modifying, and conceiving of new financial or other resource reports, or analyzing and forecasting staff/faculty salary budgets, contracts, grants, gifts, endowments, or user fees.
  • Assists with the gathering and organizing a variety of data and information to construct a clear message for the Associate Vice Chancellor and leadership team. Collaborate with diverse individuals at varying hierarchical and departmental levels.
10
Performs complex financial or resource research and studies for a variety of internal department constituents.
  • Calculates long-term and short-term financial projections to advise campus leadership on financial strategy decisions and to distribute funds appropriately.
5
Prepares reviews and/or approves financial transactions.
  • Records adjustment entries based on financial analyses in various campus budgeting and financial tools. Reconciles monthly ledgers and validates budgetary and financial entries. Assists with the year-end closing processing.
5
May train staff and where appropriate, creates an effective team environment.
  • Helps to on-board new staff by organizing relevant training regarding appropriate systems and processes.
5
Documents procedures for financial activities.
  • Reviews expenses and activities for compliance with university policies and University Advancement's goals and practices; initiates correction when necessary, identifies, investigates, and reports variances between budget allocation and actual expenditures. Address gaps and process improvement efforts in all areas of financial management.
10
Ensures that the appropriate internal controls are addressed, maintained and strengthened to protect University resources.
5
Develops analytical studies, summary reports, and background materials for campus or department administrative officers and managers on proposed campus/university policies that might impact the University's financial resources.
5
In consultation with the Associate Vice Chancellor and University Advancement human resources, composes, reviews, and edits job descriptions as needed. Works with central talent acquisition team on recruitment. Coordinates search process for professional, administrative, and support staff. As needed, interviews and screens applicants, assesses skills, confers with supervisors regarding final decision.
10
Serves as the department's coordinator/point person for IT issues and interface with the central IT group to accomplish department objectives.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems. Required
Has ability to independently gather required information, organize, and perform financial analysis assignments. Required
Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally. Required
Proven ability to use spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports. Required
Proven interpersonal skills with peers throughout the organization; service orientation; critical thinking; attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills. Required
Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Required
Ability to function as a member of a team. Required
Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Preferred
Demonstrated ability to manipulate complex data. Required
Ability to work independently and follow through on project completion. Required
Advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Required

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Valid Drivers License

Level of Supervision Received
GeneralSupervision

Environment

Working Environment
Other University Setting

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : Occasionally
  • Sit : Frequently
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Frequently
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Constantly
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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