Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202400411S Title Coordinator I - Budget Coordinator FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 07. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.Occupational Category Professional Department Budget Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 12/19/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. One year of related experience in budgeting processes and procedures. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs semi-complex administrative program work. Coordinates meetings, budget related trainings, and the daily operational budgeting transactions with efficiency and accuracy. Supports the Central Budget Office’s Associate Director by preparing reports for the Annual Operating Budget and other institutional and state mandated reports. Primary Responsibilities Coordinates timely processing of the Budget email inbox and change of budget application. Provides accurate, timely entry of budgetary transactions, including but not limited to journal vouchers, position control changes and document management, to ensure funding is available for University operations. Assists in preparation of the Annual Operating Budget by creating reports and updating the budget system, running queries, preparing spreadsheets and other documentation. Coordinates meetings and budget training to include, but not limited to, room reservations, scheduling, taking notes and attendance, surveys, and follow-up. Prepares various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports. Interprets and explains University policies and procedures related to institutional and department budgets. Oversees a variety of special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and standard operating procedures. Organizational skills in managing projects and daily tasks simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments and daily tasks on time. Position requires skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software, with accuracy and confidentiality in all phases of work. Ability to learn office and university-specific software. Knowledge of basic budgeting principles and accounting methods. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn University policies and procedures. Ability to explain budget related policies and procedures to staff and the public. Skill in providing excellent customer service. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with University staff, students, and the general public. Ability to work independently and make decisions within the framework of broad goals and objectives. Ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41829 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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