Job Information
Montana State University Billings Budget Analyst III in Billings, Montana
Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!The following are reasons why you should join our team:•Work-life balance•Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday•Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)•Sick Leave - Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.•Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver•Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities•Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program•Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable•Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package includingoMedical, Vision, and DentaloLife Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefitsoLearn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement•Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths•Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.•Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking pathThe Budget Analyst III provides analysis, monitoring, and reporting of all university budgets, as well as assists with the development and implementation of solutions for budgetary and financial challenges. This position is also responsible for assisting with the operation of MSUB’s internal budgeting system. The position provides reconciliation and internal control services for budgeting and financial activities. This person works in the Administration and Finance Division and reports directly to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance.Duties and Responsibilities•Provide technical and professional budget and financial support, analysis, and reporting.•Prepares and reconciles various budget reports•Research, compile, and analyze budget data•Prepare budget forecasts and trend analysis as needed•Assist in the annual budget preparation process including preparing the annual budget workbooks and entering budget data into the university accounting systems (Banner and Axiom)•Assist with budget training as needed•Assists campus departments with preparing budget adjustment forms and answering general budgeting questions•Assists the Budget Analyst IV position as neededEDUCATION PREFERRED:•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or BusinessEXPERIENCE PREFERRED:•Experience with Banner Software System and/or other State Accounting Software Systems•Knowledge of higher education and/or fund accounting•Thorough understanding of university and/or government laws, regulations, policies, and proceduresApplicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htmTO APPLY: https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7330