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What general ledger code do I use for...?
If you've ever had such a question, chances are you've spoken with Barbara Black, PBCC's Budget Specialist. As her title implies, Barbara works with Mr. Becker and Mr. Duffie and is responsible for compiling the budget figures from hundreds of departments into a cohesive plan. Working under tight time constraints, Barbara works with the provosts and department heads to ensure that each year's budget is in place and ready for expenditures each new fiscal year.
That's just the beginning of her responsibilities. Since a budget is merely a plan for spending, there may be some flexibility in the plan. Many times, departments require budget transfers to move the budget from one approved code to another. With the exception of those pertaining to grants, Barbara reviews, questions, and approves or rejects all budget transfers for the College. PBCC processes thousands of department requisitions and purchase orders annually. With that many transactions - questions are bound to arise - and Barb is our resident authority on general ledger codes.
If that isn't enough, Barbara also handles the accounts for all the construction projects of the College. Picture our new Natural Science Building. Now imagine all the transactions required to account for the building and furnishing of such a complex structure. Many times, we have more than one construction project in process at the same time. You can imagine how organized Barbara must be to keep all of her projects under control.
Barbara came to PBCC after having worked at Atlantis Country Club when that neighborhood was in development. It was there that Barb learned to play golf. Atlantis employees didn't enjoy Winter Break or Spring Break, but there were other perks -beautiful golf courses and the opportunity to perfect your game. In addition to golf, Barbara enjoys collecting, traveling and crafting. If you've been to the finance area on the second floor, you've no doubt enjoyed one of Barbara's whimsical creations decorating the entrance.
Barbara is also a fifth generation native Floridian. She's become a Florida history buff and can entertain you with stories that bring history to life, many featuring members of her own family. One ancestor was one of Florida's original barefoot mailmen! To hear these stories, make sure you sit next to her at a luncheon or get together - Barbara's schedule is tight and her stories are too good to miss.
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