Business Officer of University Schools

Ball State University welcomes applications for Business Officer of University Schools.

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Provide guidance/advice to unit leaders in University Schools, including actively participating in budget and finance planning sessions, advising unit leaders of financial impact of decisions or strategic initiatives, evaluating the fiscal health of the unit(s), and identifying opportunities for strategic resource allocation. Responsible for compiling and completing required State and Federal reports in collaboration with administrative coordinators.

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

At least three years of experience in financial management.

Ability to:

Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, accounting, finance, or related area from an accredited college or university.

Experience in college or university financial planning and/or administration; Experience as a professional in K-12 school settings

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Advise and consult with leaders as necessary in the development and management of budgets for University Schools, communicate budget information and resolve issues.

Review and approve requests that require budget approval (i.e. new positions, hiring proposals, major purchases, etc.) and move them through the university systems for approval.

Prepare financial reports, projections and analyses for University Schools and College Leadership quarterly or as needed.

Advise University Schools leadership as to the status of budgetary accounts.

Provide support for University Schools as needed, including, but not limited to, review and approval of payment requests, purchase orders, travel authorizations and related payment requests, personnel action requests, position modifications and Foundation payment requests.

Provide primary budgetary support, financial analysis, monthly reporting, and identify variances between actual and budgeted financial results at the end of each reporting period.

Support end users of financial software with basic navigation and completion of annual budgets, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of budget submissions

Prepare bi-annual financial reporting for Burris and Indiana Academy as required by the Indiana Department of Education; remain current on reporting requirements; update accounting crosswalk based on IDOE chart of accounts as necessary; review completed reporting documents; work with school personnel and IDOE.

Review IDOE information related to Form 9.

Communicate to Burris/Indiana Academic each time IDOE issues a new chart of accounts.

Submit IT Helpdesk ticket each month to run the crosswalk report and then update accounting crosswalk information in Banner.

Review reporting for the National School Lunch Program.

Receive payments for the schools and calculate breakdown for grant distribution spreadsheet.

In collaboration with SPA, analyze all facets of research proposals for feasibility, including cost sharing, indirect costs applications, funding for graduate assistants (stipends and remission), benefits, etc., and provide recommendations to leadership.

Recommend and implement techniques to improve procedures and practices and increase efficiency across all areas when applicable.

Assist College Director of Budget and Resource Planning as needed.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.