BUDGET DIRECTOR
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Make a difference at one of Florida's premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.

The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly's deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

JOB TITLE

Budget Director

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Budget Director is responsible for providing leadership in the interpretation and administration of laws, rules, policies, and procedures governing the University budget and use of funds. Plans, develops, and manages the operational budgets to meet the university's strategic plans. Coordinates and monitors the planning, resource allocation, and budget development processes as described in the planning and budget schedule. Monitors and reports on a regular basis concerning the performance of budgetary units in the context of decentralized budget management policies and procedures. Conduct workshops related to training and education in budget management and control. Prepares and submits reports to the Board of Governors (BOG) and the Board of Trustees. This position reports to the Controller.

JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Interprets policies related to budget preparation and planning, operating procedures and reporting and all resource allocation matters from BOG policies.

* Develop guidelines for the preparation of the University's Legislative request and Annual Operating Budgets.

* Develops policies and procedures related to improving budget management and resource allocations for consideration by the university administration.

* Creates and disseminates monthly and annual budget to actual reports and analysis to the University community and to management in ways that contribute to effective decision-making. Produces other ad-hoc reports as required.

* Participates in the Operating Budget, Salary Category Detail and Expenditure Analysis files to the Board of Governors.

* Interacts with all divisional budget officers, departmental budget managers of the university, the BOG staff, and the other SUS budget staff members on budgetary issues.

* Prepares long-range projections and analyses of personnel and resource requirements. (5-10 years)

* Oversees Position Budgeting and maintains accuracy in conjunction with Human Resources.

* Oversees the Budget Analyst.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* Possess keen analytical abilities and proven ability to identify, define, analyze, and resolve complex problems with exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce best results consistently.

* Knowledge of State University System (SUS) policies and procedures related to operating budgets.

* Strong skills and proficiency with spreadsheet and financial systems such as MS Excel, power point and people soft.

* Proven ability to convey complex budget information in a concise and easily understood manner to a wide range of constituencies

* Ability to handle multiple competing assignments, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

* Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments, the BOG, and the BOT.

* Strong interpersonal/customer service skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management or Business Administration

* Seven years of accounting experience.

* In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Experience working in Higher Education environment.

* Experience in fund accounting.

* Experience in Workday and Banner.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

* Must possess a valid driver's license.

* This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute 435.04.

* This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: This position is salary exempt. The normal work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; however, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required. Travel between campus locations may be required. Remote and/or flexible schedules are available when approved. In no case is full remote available.

TARGET HIRING SALARY: $91,000 - $99,000, commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position may be open for 30 days; however, review of applications will commence immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS: In addition to completing the online application, all Applicants are required to upload the following as an attachment to the application (preferably in PDF format):

* Cover Letter

* Resume

* List of three references and contact information

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-###-####.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click here for more information.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS

* Perks and Discounts

* Annual Leave

* To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.

* Sick Leave

* Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.

* Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute 435.04.