Director, Budget

Director, Budget

Department: Planning, Budget & Strategic Support

Location: District Administration

Reports To: AVP, Strategic & Financial Operations

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req5912

Employment Type: Administration and Professionals

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY
Manages and oversees the overall budget departmentoperations. Develops annual operatingand capital budgets. Administers therelated College financial plans and budgets. Develops interim and annual reports for both internal and externalconstituencies.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Directs the Administration of the total College-wide operating budget, including variance analysis and customized development of reports to assist Executive management with their budget reviews
• Provides leadership and support pertaining to special analysis, decision support, developing standard and customized reports, project management, comparative analysis, process improvement and quality initiatives
• Directs the preparation of periodic executive/management reports and supporting analyses
• Provides decision support by responding to ad hoc data requests. Conducts financial analysis, investigates variances, and develops exception reports
• Directs and facilitates the consolidation of the annual operating budget, including coordination of college-wide unit plans, objectives and priorities, and the detail preparation of budget unit requests
• Directs and facilitates training and/or training support to Budget Unit Leaders (BULs), budget coordinators and others responsible for budget preparation and administration
• Trains system users, as needed, on using various functions of the Banner finance and payroll systems, Banner Workflow, and other Banner modules
• Develops, reviews, and maintains policies, procedures and systems required to ensure sound budgetary and fiscal controls, securing necessary approvals as required
• Directs the training efforts related to budget preparation, budget administration, forecasting, financial systems and other finance & business training requirements
• Organizes the preparation of required budget reports for external entities (includes HEI reporting to OBOR, Cuyahoga County Budget Commission reporting, etc.)
• Leads the transition of existing finance reports to the College's reporting system (Evisions Argos) by participating in the College's cross functional team to develop data governance and data usage standards to include best practices for maintaining the College's BI environment
• Provides leadership and support for unit/College-wide Ellucian/Banner/computer systems support in the areas of maintenance, trouble shooting, upgrades, enhancements, testing, and project management
• Supports the Division's and the College's quality initiatives by maintaining data integrity and timely data collection and information sharing
• Leads site Budget meetings to assure an on-going budget review and planning process and to provide a proactive approach to problem resolution and information sharing
• Manages the College budget department staff, including recruitment and hiring, evaluating work, motivating and coaching performance, and overseeing and directing the work of projects
• Participates in cross-functional project teams to evaluate, recommend and implement additional Banner modules/features, or other software packages
• Directs and participates in cross-functional teams in feasibility studies, process improvements/ re-engineering and achieving executive management strategic objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or finance
  • Significant related experience may substitute for education
• Minimum seven years of progressively responsible accounting or budget experience focusing on budget preparation/administration and analysis
• Demonstrated experience hiring, training, developing, scheduling, supervising and managing the work performance of others
• Demonstrated experience forecasting, planning, maintaining, preparing, and monitoring a business area's budget
• Demonstrated experience effectively making decisions that have significant, broad implications on the management and operations of a division (or equivalent business area)
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem-solving methods in adaptive situations

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of financial theories, concepts and practices with the ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus
• Ability to independently set goals and determine best course of action to achieve desired results
• Possess excellent organizational and prioritization skills with demonstrated attention to detail
• Ability to be creative and exercise initiative
• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and respond appropriately to deadlines
• Ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and involve all stakeholders in decision-making processes
• Proven leadership skills and ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively
• Demonstrated advanced Project Management skills
• Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft: Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint (or equivalent programs)
• Advanced-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel (or equivalent programs)
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Ability to collaborate, negotiate and resolve conflicts on major projects
• Ability to facilitate top-level collaboration while managing sensitive issues
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and quality
• Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICALCOMPETENCIES

• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality of Work

VERYIMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus
• Communication

IMPORTANTCOMPETENCIES

• Adaptability
• Time Utilization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Master's in business administration or public administration
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant
• Governmental and fund accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience with the Banner System (or equivalent program)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
(The demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.)

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.
• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and may perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there will be walking; standing; bending; stooping; climbing stairs and ladders; and carrying of various items and equipment.
• Work is partially performed in an environment with sufficient noise that may cause an employee to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Work is partially performed in an environment exposing employees to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Work is partially performed in an environment with conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Target Starting Salary Range: $93,000 to $98,000

The final offer for the successful candidateis targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment ofinternal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate'squalifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred jobrequirement(s).

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.