Coordinator III, Budget

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College-University Park seeks a Budget Coordinator III to oversee daily and long-term campus finance operations. You will analyze budgets, prepare journals, and support month-end close while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of related experience, with strong skills in budgeting, reporting, and Office/PeopleSoft. It offers a structured environment with opportunities to contribute to strategic financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft.
• Strong analytical and budgeting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and some long-term operations of campus finance.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain budgets and journals.
• Assist with month-end close and reporting processes.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile general ledger entries.
• Provide procurement support and guidance on grants.
• Train and develop staff; lead projects as needed.
• Communicate findings and present information to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Budgeting & forecasting

Report preparation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Established in 2012, Lone Star College-University Park has been recognized nationally and internationally for its innovation, as well as its focus on student access and success. Conveniently located off SH 249 in the heart of northwest Houston, Lone Star College-University Park is known as the "community's college," providing students with highly affordable degree and certificate programs that transfer seamlessly to four-year universities or lead to direct employment. Campus facilities include the Center for Science & Innovation, the Energy & Manufacturing Institute, Learning Innovation Labs and the Geology Rock Wall.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (TX 249 and Louetta Road), Houston, TX 77070.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

The Coordinator III, Budget provides oversight and facilitation of day-to-day and some long-term operations within Business Operations by providing analytical and operational support, and by performing financial and budget activities. Assigned area and responsibilities will be extensive and/or highly specialized. Maintains compliance with LSC policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Works collaboratively across LSC campus and campus Budget Manager to partner on various special projects and monthly financial or budget operations. Makes and communicates process decisions based on best practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees daily and some long-term operations of campus finance department including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, journals, direct pay request, and procurement. Actively maintains up-to-date knowledge of area and acts as a Subject Matter Expert within area and as a point of contact and liaison for internal and external constituents
• Performs research relevant to area of specialty. Develops, monitors, and maintains a variety of spreadsheets, databases, reports, and presents findings to internal/external constituents
• May be responsible for ensuring and maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as audit compliance with LSC policies and procedures. Provides financial and procurement support and guidance to internal constituents on campus assigned grants, which can be local, state or federally funded
• Supervises, trains, and develops staff. Schedules and prioritizes work and activities and develops and organizes training materials
• May be responsible for assisting Budget Manager with month-end close and other financial/budget related obligations
• Prepares, reviews and reconciles a variety of journal entries and general ledger accounts, including campus budget journals and miscellaneous journal entries
• Monitors campus costs and budgets, compiles information, analyzes data, provides financial and budget support for internal constituents, as well as assists Budget Manager as applicable
• Assists department in delivery of presentations, trainings and information sharing sessions for internal campus constituents
• Monitors and controls resources such as office supplies and equipment needed within the department. Submits requisitions and reviews and approves/denies purchase requests in accordance with the budget
• Takes part in and/or leads special projects as needed
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Excellent computer technology skills to include Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft
• Ability to prepare and analyze reports
• Possess excellent organizational skills
• High level of customer service
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong multi-tasking abilities with the ability to prioritize duties
• Excellent analytical skills and business acumen and strategic thinking skills

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education

Salary

Hiring salary range is: $48,152 - $55,375

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Compliance

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.