Careers @ MSU

• Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree in business administration, accounting, finance, human resources, public administration, or related field. 

• Five to eight years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, budgeting, accounting, human resources administration, payroll, or business operations. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of financial management practices, including budget development, forecasting, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and internal controls. 

• Experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations, and contractual requirements to ensure compliance and operational accuracy. 

• Demonstrated ability to analyze business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop and implement standardized procedures. 

• Experience working with enterprise business systems, financial reporting tools, payroll or timekeeping systems, and human resources information systems. 

• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines. 

• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training, communicate complex information clearly, and provide guidance to employees and leadership. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels. 

• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, customer service, and responsible stewardship of financial and personnel information.

Desired Qualifications 

• Master's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, human resources, public administration, or related field. 

• Experience working in higher education, preferably within a complex university environment or a student affairs division. 

• Experience with university financial systems, enterprise business systems (EBS), payroll and timekeeping applications, and human resources information systems. 

• Familiarity with university budgeting, fund accounting, financial forecasting, labor expense planning, and fiscal compliance requirements. 

• Experience supporting recruitment, position classification, job description development, compensation analysis, employee relations, and performance management processes. 

• Demonstrated experience developing key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing operational and financial data, and preparing reports to support strategic decision-making. 

• Experience leading process improvement initiatives, developing policies and procedures, and implementing standardized business practices across multiple departments. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, balance competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment in resolving financial and operational issues. 

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, inclusive service delivery, collaborative problem-solving, and responsible stewardship of institutional resources.