Budget Director - Accounting Officer Coordinator

About the role

The Budget Director role within the Office of Higher Education oversees the development and management of the agency's budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This includes reviewing accounting, budgetary, payroll, procurement, and fiscal activities to ensure the agency's budgets function at a high level and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and management of the agency's budget
• Review and analyze accounting, budgetary, payroll, procurement, and fiscal activities
• Facilitate budget submissions and manage budget implementation
• Collaborate with department managers, program managers, and external agencies to coordinate budgetary activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assist in developing annual and biennial budgets
• Play a crucial role in maintaining the agency's financial stability and effectiveness

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience preparing monthly and yearly financial statements
• Three (3) years of budget experience with a wide range of funding sources such as state appropriations, federal funds, and grant funds
• Experience in Minnesota's Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) or a similar large and complex financial accounting or ERP system
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Boards (GASB)
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work responsibilities, manage a variety of tasks, and meet deadlines
• Experience with computers and software applications sufficient to create and interpret quality work products or staff, reports, spreadsheets, budgets, databases, and correspondence

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience with the State of Minnesota Biennial Budget process
• Experience with the Legislative Budget Office (LBO) Fiscal Note process
• Experience with preparing and negotiating a federal indirect cost rate with a cognizant agency in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200
• Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures