Appalachian State University Looking for Budget and Accounting Manager Full Time

Working Location (City, State)
Boone, NC

Faculty Rank: No

Position
Number: 068621

Department: ASU Foundation – 520010

Description of
University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead
purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The
transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create
knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the
University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than
150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in
Accounting or a related field; or the equivalent work experience (4+ years of demonstrated, progressive work experience in budget/accounting
roles)

Experience in accounting

Experience in budgeting, internal controls, and general
administration.

Ability to lead and exercise sound judgment, high level of organizational skills, high ethical standards and
strong work ethic, commitment to high performance and accountability.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

License/Certification Required

None

Preferred
Qualifications

Experience in Not-for-Profit or Governmental Accounting
4 years of progressive
accounting and/or budget management experience

• Experience with Excel and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (Banner)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Monitoring and Analysis (60%):
Budget duties:
Manage and monitor Advancement division budgets, providing monthly budget reconciliation and reporting for State and Foundation funds.
Monitor position budgets and process position changes. Assist with preparing, reviewing and administering the Foundation’s annual operating
budget.

Accounting Duties: Prepare daily entries including pledge reconciliation and stock gifts. Complete the monthly
reconciliations and transactions including auxiliary billing, interest income, interest expense, and investments as necessary. Prepare
monthly financial statements. Complete the quarterly entries for vehicle mileage, cash transfer, gift annuities and others as necessary.
Complete accounts payable process for assigned funds including travel reimbursements, purchasing cards, and direct payments forms as
necessary. Assist with preparation of annual financial statements. Identify and resolve issues related to these duties. Review reports for
unfavorable trends, unusual items, deviations, or control risks – and propose appropriate solutions.

Professional Knowledge (15%) –
Knowledge of the following: Banner Finance and reporting tools, approved uses of various types of funding sources, and Excel. Understanding
of nonprofit and/or government accounting. Apply knowledge of accounts, funds, Banner and correlated systems to transactional and reporting
duties to foster continuous improvement. Apply knowledge of GAAP, tax and other regulations to evaluate compliance
and prepare reports.

Decision Making (10%) – Participate in problem resolution efforts regarding budget and accounting issues. Assist
with resolving payroll issues for University Advancement. Assist with review and development of policies and procedures for accounting
office. Independently identify and resolve issues related to allocation of costs between State and Foundation funds to best optimize
resources, for both current and future transactions and budgets.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills (15%) – Discuss budget,
accounting and accounts payable questions as needed with University Advancement and other departments. Communicate clearly and effectively
with University Advancement administrative staff regarding accounting and budgeting processes and policies.

Type of
Position: Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty: Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment
Type: 1.0

Work Schedule/Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Number of
Hours Per Week: 40

Number of Months Per Year: 12

Mandatory Staff: No

Suggested Salary Range: $63,000 – $69,000

Physical Demands of Position

Typical physical demands of professional position within university office area.

Posting Date:
08/16/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins
08/29/2023

Proposed Date of Hire: 09/08/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of References with Contact
Information

Search Chair Name
Clayton Christian

Search Chair Email
[email protected]

Disability Accommodation Information

Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director &
ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or [email protected].

Clery Act

Clery Act
Compliance
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
[email protected]
https://police.appstate.edu/clery

Diversity and
Inclusion at Appalachian

We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive
excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence
is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus
community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as
we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an
equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and
creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and
equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

Background Check Statement

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal
background report.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility
for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship;
EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this
position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at [email protected]

Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/41803

Posting
Number
201501251P