Manager II - Budget Management

Reports to: Executive Director • Budget PC #: 11824 • Pay Grade: 405 • FLSA Status: Exempt

About the Role

Manages budget operations for the District to ensure effective and well-controlled budgeting processes, and compliance with all federal and state requirements and board policies.

Responsibilities

• Develops and analyzes projections for budget planning to maximize use of funds; ensures overall operations are within budget.
• Prepares budget proposals and recommends amendments to the board/grantor for approval.
• Monitors budget allocations for accuracy; ensures expenses are within budget; reviews program intent code expenditures and state funding allocations to ensure proper utilization of funds.
• Coordinates annual budget planning for one or all of the following funds: general; food service; other local and special revenue; debt service.
• Assists in budget control for all funds as necessary during fiscal year.
• Maintains budget information and authorizes user access to the District’s financial management system.
• Reviews and approves budget transfer requests to ensure compliance with board policies and grant regulations.
• Conducts training workshops for campus and department budget owners to provide direction and support.
• Assists Senior Officer with preparation of annual District budget presentations and Budget Workshops for the Board of Education.
• Facilitates ongoing communication of budget information to District staff.
• Oversees the Position Control Management function of the District, working with Grants, HCM and Compensation, as required.
• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff, and makes recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in accounting, financial management, or a related field required.
• 6 years experience in accounting, auditing, or finance required.

Skills

• Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local school accounting regulations.
• Knowledge of Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
• Knowledge of grant requirements and District policies and procedures to assure compliance.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of budget control methods, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of budgets and budgeting processes for both local and federal funds and experience in developing and managing central or campus budgets.
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Skill in performing mathematical and statistical calculations with accuracy.
• Skill in data entry with minimal errors, including operating 10-key and keyboard.
• Skill in organizing, analyzing, and summarizing complex data.
• Skill in conducting cost-benefit analyses, including using judgment and creativity in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to manage and create budgets, and to monitor and maintain accurate budget reports.
• Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including preparing oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, and memoranda.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Certifications

• Certified Texas School Business Specialist (CTSBS) from TASBO preferred.
• Certified Texas School Business Official (CTSBO) from TASBO preferred.
• Registered Texas School Business Administrator (RTSBA) from TASBO preferred.

Pay

Salary Range: $97,569 - $117,552 • Duty Days: 239

Physical & Mental Demands

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require frequent irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Travel

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.