What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Budget Manager position at ND Health and Human Services?
Finance Division - Remote within ND - Assistant Budget Manager
As an Assistant Budget Manager, you work closely with the CFO team and accountants to manage budgets, analyze projections and utilize technology for reporting efficiency. In this role, you will gain the knowledge and understanding of the five major divisions and their corresponding sections of the Department which will allow you to assist the team in compiling data needed for developing the biennial budget guidelines. You will assist in creating and maintaining budget timelines, ensure the Department meets the General Fund target letter, and gather data for legislative inquiries. In addition, you will monitor Department projections, analyze variances, track unbudgeted requests and ensure proper spending. To be successful in this role, you will also need to become proficient in the use of the budget and projection system that HHS utilizes.
To thrive as an Assistant Budget Manager, you are proactive, adaptable, and a tech-savvy individual with a strong background in budgeting, and a passion for continuous learning and data analysis. You are proficient in problem-solving, critical thinking and have a knack for financial analysis. Moreover, you are able to convey complex concepts to Department leaders while maintaining professionalism.
Although the position may offer remote work options, availability to be in Bismarck during legislative sessions is required to fully engage in meaningful contributions.
To be considered for the Assistant Budget Manager, you must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration with a focus in accounting and a minimum of two (2) years of budget and projection experience.
About HHS:
ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state and special sources.
Location:
ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position may offer remote work options, availability to be in Bismarck during legislative sessions is required to fully engage in meaningful contributions.
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Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Lyndon Jahner at lrjahner@nd.gov or at 701-328-4038.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - Fiscal Admin
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
