Budget Specialist I

Texas A&M University System•Texarkana, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Budget Specialist I, under supervision, performs routine budget preparation and analysis work. This position provides advice and assistance concerning budget and funding procedures and methods, assists in the monitoring, processing, and tracking of requests, and helps review, evaluate, and prepare requests for funds. The role also assists in the preparation of the annual operating budget, conducts training, and may serve as a liaison with financial, payroll, and/or human resources. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational and decision-making skills
Accurate keyboarding ability
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to occasionally work beyond normal office hours.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Financial Accounting Management Information System (FAMIS)
Workday experience
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Provides advice and assistance concerning budget and funding procedures and methods
Assists in the monitoring, processing and tracking requests
Assists in reviewing, evaluating, and preparing requests for funds
Assists in the preparation of the annual operating budget
Conducts training
May serve as a liaison with financial, payroll, and/or human resources

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month
8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays each year
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning
Employee Assistance Program
On Campus Wellness Opportunities