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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for budget coordinator in the United States is $71,337.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Budget Coordinators often juggle several departmental budgets at once, requiring strong organizational and time management skills. A common challenge is ensuring each department stays within its allocated budget while accommodating unexpected expenses or changes in priorities. Effective communication and regular collaboration with department heads are essential to address budget discrepancies promptly and support sound financial decision-making. Staying detail-oriented and proactive in monitoring expenditures helps prevent overspending and ensures compliance with organizational policies.

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A Budget Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and monitoring of an organization's budget. They work closely with various departments to collect financial data, prepare budget reports, and ensure that spending aligns with the organization's financial goals. Budget Coordinators also analyze budget proposals, identify variances, and make recommendations for cost control. Their role is essential in helping organizations manage resources efficiently and make informed financial decisions.
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Coordinator, Budget & Operations

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Posting Details
Posting Details
Business Title
Coordinator, Budget & Operations
Posting Category
Administrative and Professional
Salary Grade
05
Salary Plan
Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate
Department
Provost's Office
Department Description
Position Location
Main Campus
FTE
1.0
Job Summary
Responsible for providing budget and administrative support for assigned areas. Provides budget administration and support for assigned operating budget, grant, cost share, gift, endowment, discretionary, and faculty and non-faculty-related accounts. Monitors expenditures, maintains records, and produces quarterly, annual, and special reports. Compiles statistics, analyzes data, and issues documents to correct errors. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate degree, preferably in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field.
  • Two (2) years of budget, accounting, or finance experience.
  • Related work experience may be substituted for educational requirement. One (1) year of related work experience can be substituted for one (1) year of education. For example, a candidate with a high school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent and four (4) years of experience can be eligible to apply.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a higher education budget or accounting setting.
  • Experience with grant administration.
  • Experience working with enterprise resource planning software i.e., PeopleSoft finance module.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, "Customer Focus" attitude, and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Ability to incorporate principles of professionalism and teamwork at all organizational levels within the University and within the College.
  • Detail oriented and capable of managing large amounts of data, maintain detailed comprehensive records, analyze and organize information, have effective project, time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment involving fiscal operations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel (advanced knowledge), Outlook and PowerPoint.

Requisition Number
PT0703638S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Instructions
Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
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Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Posted Date
11/17/2025
Close Date/Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Yes
Review Begins
11/24/2025
Tentative Start Date

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