Finance & Budget Analyst Ii

Posting Number:

PG193122EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Finance & Budget Analyst II

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00pm Flexible and Remote Schedule Available

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

University Budget Office

About the Department:

The University Budget Office is responsible for the strategic planning and institutional budget management for multiple funding sources including State Appropriations, Tuition and Fees , Facilities and Administrative (F&A) Revenue , and budget oversight and review of the capital budget and Institutional Trust Funds. Our office provides financial information and analyses to university administrators and assists university colleges and departments in the establishment, maintenance, and control of budgets.

Essential Job Duties:

The Budget Analyst is part of the Budget and Resource Management Division and will provide support to assigned organizational units and monitor budgets and actuals (for both revenues and expenditures) for assigned units with state appropriated, appropriated receipts, F&A, student fees, and premium tuition.
The primary responsibilities of the Budget Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• Assists units with budget implementation and compliance by interpreting statutes and session laws and developing policies to guide assigned Departments and Colleges.
• Provides Budget Analyst support to units, assisting them with successful management of their state appropriated, appropriated receipts, F&A budgets, and certain trust funds, helping them address any questions or special circumstances they need assistance with (budget balances, reports, position control, etc.).
• Analyzes Expansion Budget requests and associated business cases to develop staff recommendations for prioritization of needs for funding.
• Analyzes and prepares the Base Budget as part of the biennial budget development process.
• Monitors budgets throughout the fiscal year, working with Departments and Colleges, outside agencies, etc., to ensure funds are used in alignment with established goals, guidelines, and strategies.
• Provides team leadership to include mentoring Budget Analysts, leading complex projects to completion on tight deadlines, and working collaboratively to solve challenging problems.
• Performs data analysis using complex data sets involving querying, transforming, and creating data visualization dashboards to produce useable information for university leadership.
• Performs a variety of ad-hoc financial analysis as requested by management, Office of the State Budget and Management, UNC System Office, Legislative requests, or campus leadership.
• Conducts periodic budget reviews with units to identify risks and develop proactive solutions.
• Prepares reports for executive management with input; formulate management recommendations and make presentations.
• Prepares and provides budget training and technical assistance to units across campus.
• Performs budgeting and forecasting of expenditures and revenues to ensure sufficient cash flow and reserves.

This position reports to the Assistant Budget Director in the University Budget Office.Minimum Education and Experience:

• Requires post-baccalaureate credentials plus 1-2 years experience; a bachelor’s degree plus 2-4 years experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
  • All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills and ability to apply critical thinking to assist university leadership and business units identify and solve problems.
• Ability to research, analyze and summarize complex data while delivering accurate results under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of monitoring state appropriations, state appropriated receipts, & F&A funds to ensure compliance with state Policies, Rules, and Regulations and any applicable internal rules.
• Ability to work independently and lead teams to complete assignments that require complex management, budgetary, financial, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and problem solve with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrates a customer service mindset focusing on continuous improvement of business processes.
• Advanced skills with Excel (or similar software) and financial software systems.
• Ability to create and use pivot tables and database queries.
• Ability to meet deadlines while successfully managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Experience with data visualization tools (such as PowerBI, Tableau)
• Knowledge of state government policies and regulations including the State Budget Act, State Budget Manual, and UNC Policy Manual.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior budgeting experience in a University setting.
• Significant knowledge of and experience with budgets and accounting with the ability to exercise financial strategy in managing multiple funding sources and types.
• Knowledge of accounting to create and review budget and actuals journals in the financial system.
• Demonstrated experience managing customer relationships, improving customer satisfaction, and resolving difficult customer issues.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

01/04/2024

Anticipated Close Date:

Open until vacancy is filled

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Position Number:

00050424

Position Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00 FTE

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID:

462001 - Budget Office

AA/EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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