Title III Budget Analyst

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe’s beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe’s diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region.

Essential Functions

• Day-to-day oversight of grants and contracts administration
• Works directly with the Accounting Office (Grant Accountant)
• Assists in obtaining and interpreting program guidelines
• Supports the budget administration process and participates in the development of the annual budget
• Reviews and verifies budget submissions from funded activities to ensure completeness, accuracy, authorization, and updates using the system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in completing federal reporting and budget allocation for activities and programs under Title III.
• Assists with the resolution of Title III award activity problems
• Implements compliance policies and procedures for grant and contract proposals and awards for Title III
• Ensures expenditures comply with established procedures, regulations, and organizational objectives with appropriate documentation to provide an assembled audit trail.
• Identifies, analyzes, and monitors Title III payroll expenditures to ensure payroll is posted & payments are being drawn down.
• Reviews transfer budgets between accounts to meet fiscal needs to cover shortfalls or budget management.
• Prepares grant documents and correspondence to present information relevant to grant activities.
• Report, track, and analyze assigned payroll and all program expenditures to record charges and submit budget analysis reporting monthly.
• Reconciles all Title III Grants program budgets with Grant Accountant reports, including but not limited to DOE drawdowns.
• Conducts budgetary and financial information analyses by applying budgetary methods and techniques, statistical methods, and formulas; compares and contrasts current historical budget and program data using the system and other computerized software.
• Reviews historical data and suggests matching expenditures.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and Word, for grant and report writing
• Database management and analysis
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail
• General knowledge of general accounting principles
• Ability to effectively communicate; general understanding of federal regulations, guidelines, and practices
• Ability to independently execute responsibilities
• Ability to interface professionally with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in college or university grant administration or a related field; or a combination of training and experience
• Candidates must work well with individuals from all areas of the academic community (faculty, staff, students, administrators, alumni, friends, and supporters), the federal government, the state government, foundations, the corporate world, and others as appropriate.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
  
  

"Please No Phone Calls"

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.