Budget Manager

Overview You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. State of North Carolina Budget Manager I This vacancy is open to current State Government employees only This is a Repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply and are still under consideration. Salary Recruitment Range: $67,996 - $110,000 Salary Grade: NC21 This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workday. The NC Department of Insurance trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. Mission of the Department of Insurance: To promote a stable insurance market through unbiased regulation and to protect the lives and property of every citizen in all 100 counties while fostering superior, user-friendly service, courtesy, and respect. Primary Purpose of the Position: This position has the key responsibility of directing the budget functions for the Department of Insurance, the Industrial Commission and the Office of State Fire Marshal. This position manages the base budget and change budgets for the Department as well as develops the program budget structure. This position interprets and applies general statutes, the State Budget Act and other OSBM policies and procedures, to the budget process for the Department. This position independently prepares and assists agency staff in preparing various budget worksheets, reviews worksheets prepared by division staff and enters and verifies data into the Integrated Budget Information System (IBIS). This position has a lead role in working with the Department's State Budget Analysts at the Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) and Division management within DOI in the continuing development of the Program Budget elements and Strategic Plan with the focus on developing strategies for realizing goals and key measures for evaluating performance. This position is responsible for verifying that all budget codes for the Division are properly budgeted to the detail account level before the books can be closed on a cash basis for each month. This position prepares, reviews and approves the Department's internal budget revisions for compliance with OSBM rules and regulations. This position also investigates unusual variances and makes adjustments as necessary. This position is responsible for funding availability verification and financial approval of requisitions in e-procurement for departmental purchases. This position is responsible for the validation of account and AMU combinations in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) and for the maintenance of the Chart of Accounts for the Department. This position monitors the budgets for employee salaries and benefits and contracts to determine the requirements for and availability of lapsed salary funds and prepares the lapsed salary usage report each month. This position should possess or acquire an extensive knowledge of the Department and each of its divisions. This position should have a thorough knowledge of the IBIS and Salary Control Systems, NCFS and FIORI. The position also analyzes legislation and budget and fiscal policies to communicate with Division Management the impact on each Section's budget. This position periodically meets with Division leadership to discuss budget issues, the base budget, change budget, reversion targets, etc. This position also supervises two full time positions. Work plans and appraisals are reviewed and completed on an interim and yearly basis through the NCVIP program. Responsibilities Applying considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of accounting, auditing, budgeting or financial management to everyday tasks. Interpret and analyze financial data and reports. Communicating effectively in a clear and concise manner, in both oral and written form. Considerable knowledge of office management and organizational concepts. Interpret complicated federal and state statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to applicable programs. Manage professional accounting, budget, and clerical staff. Incentives of NC State Employment: We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include: 12 Annual paid Holidays North Carolina State Health Plan administered by AETNA Supplemental Benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and Vision Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The Following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Are Management Preferences Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of accounting, auditing, budgeting or financial management. Considerable knowledge of governmental finances and institutional fund accounting. Considerable knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes. This position should have a thorough knowledge of the IBIS and Salary Control Systems, NCFS and FIORI. Experience managing a professional accounting and budget staff. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, two of which must have been supervisory in nature; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an online application using the “APPLY” button above. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for the consideration. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Academic Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions and will be verified. If you are selected for a position at DOI/IC, your academic credentials will be verified. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State Application. Any information omitted from your application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. The Department of Insurance/Industrial Commission may conduct criminal history checks of all job applicants recommended for employment. Failure to accurately acknowledge information on criminal convictions on the state application form will be grounds for non-consideration of applications, disciplinary action, and possible criminal prosecution. The Department of Insurance/Industrial Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and uses the merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified individuals. ***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION*** ***Applications with "see attached" or resumes in lieu of completed education and work experience on the formal application will be deemed incomplete and will not be eligible for consideration for the vacancy*** Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference under N.C.G.S .126 must submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. This information may be attached to the online application or be faxed on or before the closing date. 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