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NATURE OF WORK
This is fiscal work assisting in the preparation and administration of the university budget.
Work involves responsibility for performing responsible clerical details related to the development and administration of the university budget. Duties include assisting professional personnel in the review of budget request and the processing of amendments. Work is performed under supervision and is periodically reviewed for accuracy.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
Assists in the review of past, present, and proposed budget items to assure accuracy of budgeted amounts.
Makes spot checks of tabulations to verify that budget columns are listed under proper departments and categories.
Reviews budget amendments to determine whether proper signatures and letters of justification are included; consolidates amendments into correct format for presentation.
Prepares monthly progress reports for delivery to departments following approval of amendments.
Assists in contacting departments in case of questionable adjustments, reviewing restricted accounts changes, and changing allotments as necessary.
Performs related work as required.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Some knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Some knowledge of statistical analytical procedures.
Some knowledge of general university programs, administrative practices, and procedures.
Ability to perform mathematical tasks rapidly and accurately.
Ability to think logically in analyzing and solving problems.
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in an appropriate curriculum; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.