Budget Analyst

About This Role

Budget Analyst is a key role within the Budget Office, contributing to the university's financial health and enhancing the student experience. This position involves analyzing and preparing budget and financial documents, assisting departments with budget preparation, and providing technical assistance on budget-related matters. It suits a self-motivated individual who can multitask and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and prepare budget and financial documents for the Budget Office
• Review and analyze budget information prepared by departments
• Assist in the preparation of the University's annual operating budget
• Act as the initial point of contact to departmental users of the budget system
• Provide advice and technical assistance for all aspects of budget preparation, policy, analysis, and review
• Assist in year-end processing as needed
• Review HCM transactions via Workday and budget adjustments/transfers via DEFINE accounting system for required UT System reporting
• Prepare consent agenda items and maintain appropriate documentation
• Prepare transactions via DEFINE accounting system and Workday as needed
• Assist with preparing, processing, and tracking commitments made by the President, Provost, and University Budget Council
• Assist with the Legislative Appropriations Request
• Reconcile accounts and monitor revenue and expenditure budgets
• Generate reports to analyze budget and financial operations
• Interpret and validate report and accounting data as it relates to the budget and analyze trends
• Review and update policies and procedures
• Respond to special requests, develop ad hoc reports, and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or other business related fields
• At least two years of experience in budget analysis and/or analysis of other accounting or financial data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a team member, with confidential information, in a multi-tasked environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to research problems and to suggest creative solutions
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• Professional demeanor
• Regular, punctual attendance
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship