Strategic Budget & Operations Manager

Mississippi State University; Starkville, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University in Starkville is seeking a position that manages and coordinates the business operations of a department. You will administer budgets, process financial and personnel transactions, and prepare budget transfers in collaboration with Controller's office and other units.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in business or related field and at least one year of related experience; substitution options exist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or other appropriate discipline
• 1 year directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 18 credit hours in business (i.e., business, finance, marketing, accounting, or management) as approved by HRM. Of the 18 credit hours, two (three hour) classes must be in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department/unit budget and provide budgetary reports to senior management within the unit.
• Coordinate with other University departments to process financial and personnel transactions; communicate with Controller's office, Procurement and Contracts on AR/AP activities.
• Reconcile and balance financial records with Controller's office; audit records for accuracy and funds availability.
• Coordinate financial aspects of research proposals, contracts, and sub-contracts; liaison with funding sources.
• Develop and maintain policies, objectives, and short- and long-range planning; implement projects to meet goals.
• Communicate with staff about business matters and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Budget management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Recordkeeping

PC skills

BANNER system

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance

Tools

BANNER system

Job description

Mississippi State University in Starkville is seeking a position that manages and coordinates the business operations of a department. You will administer budgets, process financial and personnel transactions, and prepare budget transfers in collaboration with Controller's office and other units.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in business or related field and at least one year of related experience; substitution options exist.