Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, accounts payables and receivables or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This position must have a strong working knowledge and understanding of University operations, accounting for budget purposes, and knowledge in event coordination. Formal training in budget management is preferred.

The Office of Conference & Event Services (CES) serves as a "One Stop Shop" planning and managing a wide variety of events and functions for minors and adults, including but not limited to University-sponsored and third-party community programs, camps, conferences, meetings, and special events. CES provides quality support services to faculty, staff, students, and guests involved in credit and non-credit educational and recreational programs. Our experienced professional staff work with campus departments to arrange for every programming detail coordinating housing, meals, registrations, contracted services, financial management, transportation, and facilities.

The Business Officer plays a pivotal role within the Office of Conference and Event Services (CES). The primary responsibility of this role is to administer and manage all departmental program budgets and reconciliations across a diverse range of funding sources. This includes overseeing financial duties for state appropriations, revenue, foundation contributions, and grant-awarded monies. The Business Officer will demonstrate proficiency in financial management, executing daily transactions, and providing strategic insight through budget projections based on historical data and anticipated needs. In addition to supporting our CES department, the Business Officer will assist with the financial duties of the University Post Office, Campus Services Express card office, and other departments within Campus Services as necessary.

Typical office environment. Position requires long periods of sitting in front of a computer screen and frequent typing. Occasional help in setting up for event, i.e. light lifting, moving chairs, tables, carrying boxes, etc.