Reviews budget trends comparing to expected performance and
making recommendations, as necessary. Summarizes and submits
recommendations for the funding or reallocation of funds
Performs cost-benefits, operational and financial analysis
Works closely with Managers and Executives to assist with the
development of the annual budget
Examines budgets and financials for completeness, accuracy, and
conformance with procedures and policies
Assists with the day-to-day functions of the campus budget and
finance department
Designs and develops reports and dashboards for campus. Uses
query functions in Lone Star systems to provide data in useful
formats
Works as a team member on broader and more complex projects, as
directed by management
Seeks new ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and
makes recommendations
Responsible for other reasonable related duties as
assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent analytical skills and business acumen
- Strong attention to detail and highly organized
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
- Ability to work collaboratively and actively contribute to team
projects
- Excellent skills with common office software like Microsoft
Excel, Power BI, Word, etc.
- Proficient in handling sensitive and confidential
information
- Ability and willingness to travel to other LSC
campuses/locations as needed; ability and willingness to travel to
training/professional development as needed
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to
do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending;
carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or
driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to
perform the work.
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
- Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a
Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general
office equipment
- Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to
carry out the functions of the position
- Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal
exposure to safety hazards
- Work will involve some travel within the LSC service area
(north Greater Houston metro area)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a
related field
- Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Analysis,
Finance, Statistics, or a related field
- Experience working with budgets
- Experience in business, financial, or operational analysis
- Experience with developing and maintaining dashboards and
reports
Salary
Hiring salary range is $48,152 - $55,375.
Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted
full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall
in that range is determined by your related experience and
education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star
College, the resume submitted in the application process will be
utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined
below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed
to determine an accurate starting salary.
Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work
experience. The resume should include the following information for
each position listed:
- Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
- If the position was full time or part time
- If the position was paid or unpaid
- Level of degree completed including date earned.
- Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree
Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in
the Lone Star College job description should be included in the
resume submitted.
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part
of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work
environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full
comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number
of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition
waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
Special Instructions
Go to the Job Search page, click on `My Activities' at the top of
the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on
`Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title
once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached
your cover letter with your resume.
If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty,
Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the
following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching
Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.
You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters
or less.
How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email,
mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the
academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on
your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by
phone, or email to schedule an interview.
Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which
Lone Star College provides the federal government with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is
authorized to work in the United States.
More information on the E-Verify program is available at
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are
subject to a criminal background check.
