What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Management Specialist (Administrative Specialist II) position at State of Nebraska?
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Job Description:
We’re looking for detail-oriented professionals with a passion for precision and outstanding customer service skills. Join us in a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged. If you have experience in financial compliance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and navigating regulatory standards, you might be exactly who we need! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!
Office Location & Schedule: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE, with potential for some telework after an onboarding and training period, contingent upon proper agency approvals.
Pay Rate: $30.219
This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. The “Classification Salary Range” above is not a listing of available funds.
Teammates Enjoy
In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $26,500 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
- 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
- Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
- 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return
- Thirteen paid holidays per year
Essential Functions
- Responds to inquiries and assists with review, interpretation, and implementation of federal and state laws and regulations related to fiscal compliance.
- Participates in the allocation and administration of appropriations and grant funds to designated Offices. Provides financial guidance related to availability of funds and best practices of state and federal finances, statutory regulations, federal compliance, and grant funds.
- Conducts budget analysis and projections for designated budget programs and grants. Advises Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) Office staff on the Office or Program’s financial status, budget status, and available cash and grant funds.
- Gathers, analyzes, and interprets financial data to generate forecasting reports to assist with budget development.
- Processes requests for funds (e.g., invoices, contract approvals), ensuring supporting documentation is included and meets funding source requirements.
- Verifies accuracy of account and payroll coding, purchase orders, print requisitions, and other transactions.
- Assists with development and maintenance of policies and procedures to support internal controls for State and Federal funding.
- Prepares reports for flow-through funding activities, ensuring funds are being transferred on time, in the correct amount; provides reports (e.g., Federal Financial Reports) to funding sources.
- Monitors activity in the State of Nebraska accounting system, reviews and corrects entries, and processes contracts, requisitions, and purchase orders.
- Coordinates a variety of human resources training, including development and delivery of training.
- Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Working Conditions and Travel:
This position requires approximately 90% of work time spent in an office environment (e.g., state offices, home offices); the remainder is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as off-site conferences or meetings. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per year.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Accounting, Finance, etc.) and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Accounting or related field. Prior experience in state and/or federal grant review and compliance.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Instructions for Applying
Important points to remember when applying:
- The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
- Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
- You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the the same position unless it is posted again.
- You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
- When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and your application will be available on your Candidate Home page.
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Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.
These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.
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