Financial Reporting Analyst

Budget Analyst – Hybrid 

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Budget Analyst to join our Office of Budget Planning. This is a hybrid position: you’ll work onsite on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and remotely on other days.
As a Budget Analyst, you will provide critical support to senior management and university departments in matters related to budget planning, analysis, and financial performance. Your efforts will help shape the budgeting process, from reconciliation and forecasting to the development of financial models, key metrics, and performance measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Reconciliation: Reconcile position budget data in HCM and ensure alignment with FM funded amounts. Review and approve position funding worklist items.
  

• Reporting and Metrics: Produce a variety of reports and metrics derived from financial, budgeting, human resources, and legacy university systems.
  

• Budget Operations: Assist with annual and quarterly processes for developing and confirming operating budgets and distributing approved budgets.
  

• Forecasting: Monitor and maintain the university’s current and long-range budget forecasting tools.
  

• Financial Analysis: Prepare detailed analyses that identify trends, discrepancies, and recommend efficiencies, margin improvements, or cost savings.
  

• Collaboration: Consult with university leadership (President, Provost, Executive Vice President) to address both short- and long-term funding issues.
  

• Project Leadership: Take a lead role during analysis and special projects throughout the year, potentially supervising analysts.
  

• Central Account Analysis: Analyze current year activity in central accounts, collaborating with other central offices as needed to resolve issues.
  

• Executive Support: Prepare special internal/external reports and presentations for executive review.
  

• Presentation Support: Assist with all University budget presentations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting, finance, or management required.
  

• 5–8 years of related experience in budgeting, finance, or accounting.
  

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (with advanced Excel skills).
  

• Familiarity with SAP (preferred, but not required).
  

• Solid understanding of accounting and budgeting principles.
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Interpersonal & Leadership Skills

• Experience leading and collaborating with teams.
  

• Proven ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including Provost, Senior VP, and President.
  

• Excellent communication skills; ability to prepare and deliver clear reports and presentations for executive audiences.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the position.

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