Texas A&M University
Classification Specifications

8610
ASSISTANT FINANCIAL MANAGER - UNIVERSITY
04/15/02

SUMMARY

General Description:  Assists in the management of financial management operations and staff at a University level within the Division of Finance.

DUTIES

Typical:  Assists in the management and supervision of a functional unit(s) within the Division of Finance; manages multiple reporting, projects and functions simultaneously; serves as subject matter specialist; designs and initiates training; writes procedures on specialized field; assists in maintaining budgetary controls; may assist in the preparation of University budget requests; analyzes legislative bills and other regulatory activity to determine impact; prepares or directs the preparation of status analyses of funds and expenditures; assists in planning and developing operational and financial procedures and processes; may represent the unit to departments, agencies and administrators; reviews internal processing procedures to ensure compliance with applicable University, state and federal regulations; organizes work flow of unit; develops methods for improving efficiency and maintenance of internal controls; applies financial data to the resolution of administrative or operating problems; ensures progress on assigned projects and functions of the unit; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION

Received:  General instruction and periodic review from administrative supervisor.
Given:  General instruction and regular review to classified and nonclassified staff and Student Workers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:  Bachelor's degree in accounting or closely related field. Two years as a Financial Management Supervisor II or six years of accounting experience in a business office, including previous supervisory experience.
Preferred:  Bachelor's degree in accounting. Experience in higher education.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR REGISTRATION

Required:  None.
Preferred:  Professional certification.

EQUIPMENT

Typical:  Use of standard office equipment, personal computers and terminals in a mainframe environment.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Typical:  Excellent oral and written communication. Customer service and problem-solving skills in an increasingly complex environment. Familiarity with internal controls. Wide range of knowledge of governmental and higher education operations. Ability to make decisions. Demonstrated ability to supervise others.