University Budget & Operations Manager

Mississippi State University; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University seeks a skilled administrator to manage departmental budgets and financial processes within Animal Emergency and Referral Center. The role involves coordinating interdepartmental transactions, preparing budget adjustments, and ensuring compliance with university policies.

The position requires a degree in accounting, finance, business, or management with progressive responsibilities and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or management.
• Experience requirements vary by level; Level I requires none.
• Substitutions Allowed: Bachelor’s degree with 18 business credits, two in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department/unit budget and provide budgetary reports to senior management within the unit.
• Coordinates with other University departments to process financial and personnel transactions; communicates with Controller's office, Procurement and Contracts on AR/AP; prepares interdepartmental transfers and budget transfers between units.
• Reconcile and balance financial records with Controller's office; audit for accuracy and funds availability.
• May coordinate financial aspects of research proposals, contracts, and sub-contracts; liaise with university administrators and funding sources.
• Participate in development and maintenance of policies; develop and implement projects to meet goals.
• Communicate with staff about business matters and advise on proper procedures; keep up with university policies.
• Assist in development and management of annual operating budgets; prepare annual budget based on previous expenses and future needs.
• Develop and maintain records on employees, equipment, and compliance activities.
• Supervisory responsibilities including training, evaluating, and making employment decisions.

Skills

Budget management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Hiring procedures

Record-keeping

BANNER system

PC software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or management

Substitutions allowed: 18 credit hours in business including Accounting

Tools

BANNER system

Job description

Mississippi State University seeks a skilled administrator to manage departmental budgets and financial processes within Animal Emergency and Referral Center. The role involves coordinating interdepartmental transactions, preparing budget adjustments, and ensuring compliance with university policies.

The position requires a degree in accounting, finance, business, or management with progressive responsibilities and strong communication.