Manager Budget and Finance - Veterinary Medicine
Position Title:Manager Budget and Finance - Veterinary MedicineJob Group:Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:Degree in Accounting.Experience in accrual accounting.Experience in business management software.Experience in financial auditing.Additional years of experience in related field.Job Description:SummaryThe College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates to fill the manager of Budget and Finance. This vital role plays a key part in ensuring the financial health and success of our veterinary hospital. You will be responsible for the entire budget process, from preparation and control to analysis and reporting. You will be a financial detective, uncovering trends, identifying areas for improvement, and providing insightful reports to guide informed decision-making. Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and monitor the veterinary hospital's budget, ensuring alignment with overall LVMC goals.
Analyze revenue and expense data, identifying and explaining variances from the budget.
Conduct regular comparisons of actual performance against budgeted forecasts, providing timely insights.
Prepare comprehensive management reports that translate financial data into actionable information for hospital leadership.
Recommend strategies to optimize financial performance and resource allocation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and controls.
Stay informed about relevant financial regulations and industry trends.
Example of Duties Compiles and reviews the budgets for departments, taking into consideration actual performance, previous expenditures, and estimated expenses and income. Maintains accurate spending records and establishes measures for budgetary control. Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of a support, production or operations team. Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Leads/supervises a team professionals; first level manager of a work team that could comprise professionals, technical and/or administrative staff.Level Guidelines Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports Focus on ISU’s mission and meeting department or work unit goals Supervises a small department or work team Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policyAppointment Type:RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Grade:PS811Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our 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 This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.Original Posting Date: February 9, 2024Posting Close Date:February 22, 2024Job Requisition Number:R14003By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University's Principles of Community. (https://www.diversity.iastate.edu/connect/principles) All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu . If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . 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