State Appropriations Finance Manager

Job Title: Appropriations Management Finance Manager
Location: Texas

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an Appropriations Management Finance Manager for a higher education institution in Texas. We are looking for a strong leader to manage a team of four, focusing on reconciliations, expenditure liability, and process improvement initiatives. This division collaborates extensively with central offices-including payroll, budget, and payment services-and works directly with the Texas State Comptroller’s Office and the assigned Appropriation Control Officer. The busy season is fast approaching!

Responsibilities:

* Oversee and coordinate appropriation accounting activities.
* Ensure compliance with state financial regulations and policies.
* Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance financial operations.
* Manage reconciliations between the university’s accounting system and the state’s accounting system.
* Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate fund and appropriation management.

Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in appropriations.
* Experience with Banner Products, including Banner Finance Ledger and Ellucian Banner.
* Proficiency in Advanced Cognos reporting tools.
* Skilled in Adobe.
* Preferably experienced in Power BI.

Compensation and Benefits:

* Employment Type: Direct Hire
* Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
* Location: On-site
* Salary: $75K
* Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

If you are an Appropriations Management Finance Manager with a proven track record of leadership and expertise, we invite you to apply today! Take the next step in your career with an organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

📩 Send your resume to: Allison Harrison at allisonh@cornerstonestaffing.com
📞 Call: 817-635-0500 ext. 162 for immediate consideration.