Part-Time Administrative Specialist, Budget

NWACC

20h•$18•Onsite

About The Position

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success. The Part-Time Administrative Specialist, Budget is responsible for coordinating office activities, researching and preparing special reports, and developing, revising, and recommending administrative policies and procedures as directed by supervisor. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Requirements

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
One year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field
Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of mathematics and statistics
Knowledge of research and analysis techniques and methods
Knowledge of work-related subject area
Knowledge of computers and software applications
Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports
Ability to research and analyze related work program information
Ability to develop, recommend, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others

Responsibilities

Reviewing and tracking expenditures against approved budgets to identify variances
Entering budget data, tracking transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records in a database or financial system
Track departmental spending against allocated funds, monitor for compliance with regulations, and prevent overspending
Organizes and maintains work files using a variety of systems such as the college’s database management system, Microsoft Office Suite- particularly Excel
Collaborate with other divisional administrative assistants, campus organizations and staff, and community partners.
Preparing routine financial reports, budget summaries, and spreadsheets for management review.
Acting as a liaison between department managers and the finance department to address budget deficiencies
Performing general office duties such as filing, scheduling, and preparing meeting materials.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Performs any other related duties as required or assigned