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  • Director of Budget & Financial Planning

    Rocklin, California United States SIERRA JOINT COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT Full Time 142925.68 - Yearly Apr 18, 2025
    Sierra Community College District Employer:

    SIERRA JOINT COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

    Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the needs of the communities that it serves. With approximately 125 degree and certificate programs, Sierra College is ranked first in Northern California (Sacramento north) for transfers to 4 year Universities, offers career/technical training, and classes for upgrading job skills. Sierra graduates can be found in businesses and industries throughout the region. Our award-winning faculty members enhance their teaching with research, authorship and industry expertise. We are also recognized nationally for excellence in our athletic programs.  

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    Job Description

    Under administrative direction of the Vice President of Administrative Services, plans, prepares, analyzes, forecasts, reports, and monitors the District’s annual operating budget; directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates activities and operations of an assigned area that may include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cashiering, general ledger, and purchasing; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, external auditors and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Vice President of Administrative Services.

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    If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu .

    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

    The following duties are typical for this job classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

    1. Oversees and manages the development and administration of the District’s annual operating budget; provides support and oversight of the budget development calendar; makes recommendations for improving the budget development process and the allocation of resources; prepares and maintains the District’s annual financial plan and performs the highest level analysis and projections of overall District finances.

    2. Monitors and analyzes changes in State funding formulas and regulations; develops complex modeling to forecast revenues and the associated impact on the District budget.

    3. Leads and coordinates district-wide planning related to Student Centered Funding Formula (SCFF), with participation from Instruction, Student Services, Institutional Research, and other college offices and divisions. Key areas of focus:

    a. Outcome Data-develop and maintain a database of all factors affecting SCFF calculations to allow accurate and timely analysis.

    b. Projections-develop and implement accurate and reliable models to project trends and changes in SCFF-related metrics and overall funding levels.

    c. Identifying Effective Practices-leverage outcome data and program analysis to identify activities and services that advance the District’s educational mission and also improve performance under the SCFF.

    4. Closely monitors position control/position tracking; maintains detailed and complex projections of labor and benefit costs to ensure accurate budgeting of total personnel expenditures; projects long term impact of labor agreements; forecasts budget impact of statutory and pension rate changes.

    5. Oversees and assists in establishing other operational budgets; approves budget adjustments as appropriate and necessary; performs trend and variance analysis in support of budget operations and reporting.

    6. Prepares preliminary and multi-year budget reports to assist with the allocation of resources and long term planning; prepares formal budget documents for Board approval; maintains historical financial reporting and budget materials.

    7. Uses a variety of data analytical tools to analyze complex statistical, financial and other data in order to prepare a wide range of budget and financial reports that inform decision making and support District operations; provides assistance and advice in interpreting financial and statistical results.

    8. Serves as a financial resource for Collective Bargaining negotiations supporting the District and collective bargaining leadership; provides financial projections of wage increases, payouts and benefit costs; models projections of available resources; develops, calculates and maintains the allocation formula, surpluses, balances and Unit/District allocations.

    9. Assumes management responsibility for assigned financial accounting services and activities which may include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cashiering, general ledger, budget control records, insurance requirements and contract review, special funding and preparation of financial performance statements. Assists with the coordination of fiscal year end and closing activities.

    10. Manages the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

    11. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

    12. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for accounting staff; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

    13. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates accounting personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

    14. Reviews financial record-keeping procedures, techniques and methods; recommends and implements new or improved procedures and techniques, assuring efficiency and compliance with District policies and applicable government regulations.

    15. Assures protection of assets by developing, coordinating and overseeing administration of internal accounting policies, controls and procedures governing financial activity; ensures separation of activities, access to and accounting of assets, and proper execution of transactions.

    16. Audits financial data and documents to assure accuracy, completeness and compliance with District policies and procedures and applicable government regulations; recommends changes to policies and procedures that improve internal controls.

    17. Develops, analyzes, and prepares a variety of reports for management, county, state, and federal agencies; ensures compliance with accounting and legal requirements.

    18. Prepares periodic reports of revenue and expense performance, account balances, cash balances, and other accounts; prepares periodic performance reports such as estimating cash flow for current and anticipated administrative commitments.

    19. Monitors and analyzes the utilization of funds, including those from general, grant, capital, and other sources.

    20. Directs, participates in, and ensures proper year-end processing of the general ledger accounts for year-end financial reporting as related to functional areas of responsibility.

    21. Assists with, and coordinates activities connected with audits performed by independent auditors; coordinates documents, answers questions and prepares requested reports.

    22. Develops ‘pro forma’ statements to support decisions on new programs, grants, and long term financing; researches and extracts data from records of financial transactions in fund, project, or general ledger accounting systems.

    23. Oversees and reviews major contracts, leases, agreements, for adequacy and compliance with policies and procedures

    24. Assists in the development and enhancement of automated accounting and financial information systems, including those that are part of integrated data management programs.

    25. Serves as a resource for questions regarding budgets, accounts and related information; provides technical expertise and direction regarding accounting issues and discrepancies; develops and maintains processes to assist department and program leaders to understand financial position with respect to business plan goals and objectives.

    26. Monitors cash flow and fund balances; anticipates cash needs and timing of receipt of funds; determines proper timing for borrowing on Tax Revenue Anticipation Notes to meet District cash flow requirements.

    27. Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

    28. Provides responsible staff assistance to the Vice President of Administrative Services; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to accounting programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

    29. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of accounting; incorporates new developments as appropriate.

    30. Performs related duties as required.

    Education and Experience Guidelines

    Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

    Education/Training:

    A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or business administration

    Experience:

    Eight years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting systems and operations and financial reporting including three years of management and administrative responsibility.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

    Knowledge of:

    Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive accounting and financial management program for higher education.

    Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

    Principles and practices of accounting, auditing and finance for higher education and public sector and familiarity with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

    Methods and techniques used in financial analysis and research.

    Insurance guidelines, compliance requirements and best practices

    Contract law for the State of California, contract analysis and review

    Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.

    Principles and practices of program development and administration.

    Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

    Advanced mathematical principles.

    Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

    Methods and techniques of customer service.

    Principles of business letter writing and report preparation.

    Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

    Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations governing financial transactions.

    Ability to:

    Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive accounting program.

    Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.

    Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

    Participate in the development and administration of departmental goals, objectives, and procedures.

    Prepare and administer large program budgets.

    Conduct technical research and complete complex mathematical and statistical computations.

    Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

    Analyze accounting data and prepare financial statements.

    Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

    Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

    Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.

    Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

    Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and database applications.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

    Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

    Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.

    Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

    WHY SIERRA?

    • One of Aspen Institute’s Top 150 Community Colleges in the nation
    • The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra “for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission.” This includes providing students and employees with a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our students, etc.
    • Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
    • 18 paid holidays (including extended time off during the winter break)
    • 22 accrued paid vacation days per year (vacation accrual increases over time)
    • Competitive benefits package
    • Currently during summers, some employee groups participate in 4x10 schedules
    • Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)


    Sierra College is a Community College located near Sacramento, California where a heavy emphasis is placed on academic excellence and student success. Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the evolving needs of the students and communities that it serves. The Sierra Community College District covers more than 3,200 square miles and serves the Northern California foothill counties of Placer and Nevada, as well as parts of El Dorado and Sacramento. We serve over 17,000 students throughout the region in both on-ground and online courses, including students at our main Rocklin Campus as well as at two centers located in Grass Valley and Tahoe/Truckee. Our District prides itself on academic excellence.

    Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. Our District is committed to providing strategies for success and proactive student-centered practices and policies focused on eliminating equity gaps to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all.

    As an institution, Sierra College is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, learner-centered practices and policies that fully engage the college community. The ideal candidate will share the College’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives. Currently, Sierra College enrolls 17,800 students per term, where approximately: 23% of Sierra College’s students are Latin(o)(a)(x)(e), 3% are African-American/Black, 2% are Filipino, 6% are Asian, 1% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, 8% are Multiethnic and 55% are White.

    The successful candidate will join a College dedicated to the use of culturally responsive strategies and methods that meet the varying needs of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Sierra College demonstrates its commitment to equity by supporting ongoing professional development for students, faculty, and staff. These opportunities include trainings and workshops on equity and inclusion, active Academic Senate standing committees concerned with student success and equity, a Presidential Equity Advisory Committee (PEAC), culturally responsive student engagement centers, support for our undocumented and AB540 students, campus-wide equity summits, a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our diverse students.

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    If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu .

    Helpful Tip:

    Please note that as described above a strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds; and therefore, hiring committees assess candidates for these knowledge, skills, and abilities.

    Applicants may want to consider incorporating culturally-inclusive/equity-minded strategies practiced and/or evidence of the responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of community college student populations throughout their application materials (including application and documents uploaded, if any).

    Please see the Sierra College website for additional helpful tips and tools for prospective applicants .

    Travel expenses may be partially reimbursed for candidates traveling beyond a 150 mile radius for second round interviews. All other travel expenses will be borne by the candidate (if in person interviews).

    Terms and Conditions of Employment:

    Other terms and conditions of employment are specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreements on file in the District Human Resources Department. Position description of record on file in the Human Resources Department.

    *Sierra Community College District currently operates campuses in Rocklin, Truckee and Grass Valley. In its management of a multi-campus environment, the District reserves right of assignment including the right to change assignment locations and shift assignments based on District need. Although this position may currently reside at the Rocklin campus, the assignment location may be subject to change as needed. Additionally, the district reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position as well as any and all positions at any time.

    EEO / TITLE IX EMPLOYER

    Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and the achievement of diversity and equity among its faculty, staff, and students.

    Persons with inquiries about the application of Title IX and/or EEO may contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX (Title IX Coordinator) at the address below, at (916) 660-7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu .

    Persons with questions regarding reasonable accommodation of physical and other disabilities should contact the Sierra College Human Resources Department at (916) 660-7105.

    If you have limitations hearing or speaking, the State of California offers a specially-trained Communications Assistant (CA) that can relay telephone conversations for all of your calls. Dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). Dialing 711 is for everyone, not just those who have difficulty hearing on a standard phone. If you prefer having your calls immediately answered in your mode of communication, dial one of the toll-free modality and language-specific numbers below. The call will be routed to the CRS provider.

    TTY/VCO/HCO to Voice

    English 1-800-735-2929

    Spanish 1-800-855-3000

    Voice to TTY/VCO/HCO

    English 1-800-735-2922

    Spanish 1-800-855-3000

    From or to Speech-to- Speech

    English & Spanish 1-800-854-7784

    Closing Date/Time: Tue, 27 May 2025
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