Budget and Finance Specialist I

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The College of Design seeks a qualified Budget and Finance Specialist I to support the financial operations and budget needs of assigned departments and college units.

The Budget and Finance Specialist plays an important role within the Administrative Services Office (ASO) of the College of Design. This position provides an opportunity to apply financial analytical and organizational skills to support effective budget management and financial decision-making. The ASO values the unique contributions of each team member and encourages an atmosphere that supports collaboration growth and professional development.

This role reports to the colleges Fiscal Officer and collaborates closely with department chairs and central finance offices. The position supports budgeting financial reporting expenditure monitoring and reconciliation activities. The ideal candidate is adaptable detail-oriented collaborative and communicative with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Examples of Duties

• Monitor and reconcile departmental and college budgets and expenditures.
• Analyze budget-to-actual performance and identify variances.
• Assist with budgeting forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Review financial transactions for policy and funding compliance.
• Prepare financial reports and support audits and financial reviews.
• Track commitments encumbrances and planned expenditures.
• Provide budget support and guidance to faculty staff and unit leadership.
• Support special projects course fees and fee-for-service accounts.
• Coordinate with central finance and university offices.
• Provide backup support for the annual budget process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Experience with budgeting financial analysis and monitoring expenditures.
• Experience preparing financial reports and reconciling accounts.
• Experience identifying and resolving financial discrepancies and budget variances.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

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To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

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