Analyst I, Budget and Finance

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College – CyFair seeks an Analyst I, Budget and Finance to analyze campus budgets, forecast spending, and prepare reports and dashboards for leaders. You will partner with Managers and Executives to support budget development and ensure controls and performance metrics are met.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience; proficiency in Excel and Power BI is preferred. Travel within the service area may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience.
• Experience with budgets and financial analysis is preferred.
• Proficient in Excel; knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-campus teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes campus budgetary and financial performance.
• Forecasts spending and provides recommendations on funding or reallocations.
• Performs cost-benefits, operational and financial analysis.
• Assists with the development of the annual budget.
• Examines budgets and financials for completeness and accuracy.
• Supports day-to-day budget and finance department functions.
• Designs and develops reports and dashboards for campus needs.
• Works on broader projects and collaborates with management.
• Identifies ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Budgeting

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission ofLone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professionalcommunication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect andaccountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" isdesigned to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiplecategories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transferand career training education to 80,000+ students each semester.LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution bythe Chronicle of Higher Education.

Lone Star College-CyFair

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight WorkforceCenters of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFairCommunity, the college provides a full range of offerings includingunique programs in fire science technology, logistics managementand sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, thecollege has experienced record growth and supports an excitinglearning environment that brings together state-of-the-arttechnology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX77433.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

The Analyst I, Budget and Finance - CyFair supports the attainmentof campus strategic goals and plans through analysis of budgetary,financial, and operational data, and making data-basedrecommendations. Supports campus Managers and Executives withday-to-day management of the campus budget, including analysis,forecasting, reallocation, and reporting to ensure all campusbudgetary guidelines and goals are met and maintained. Positionwill work closely with Managers and Executives. Workscollaboratively and partners with colleagues across campus torespond to a variety of requests for research, analysis, anddevelopment of reports and dashboards. May work collaborativelywith colleagues across campus to design, plan, and implementbusiness process improvements, including technologyapplications.

Essential Job Functions

1. Monitors and analyzes campus budgetary and financialperformance on a regular basis. Evaluates and forecasts campusspending while recognizing trends. Provides financial analysis andsupport for campus-wide operational initiatives
2. Reviews budget trends comparing to expected performance andmaking recommendations, as necessary. Summarizes and submitsrecommendations for the funding or reallocation of funds
3. Performs cost-benefits, operational and financial analysis
4. Works closely with Managers and Executives to assist with thedevelopment of the annual budget
5. Examines budgets and financials for completeness, accuracy, andconformance with procedures and policies
6. Assists with the day-to-day functions of the campus budget andfinance department
7. Designs and develops reports and dashboards for campus. Usesquery functions in Lone Star systems to provide data in usefulformats
8. Works as a team member on broader and more complex projects, asdirected by management
9. Seeks new ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness, andmakes recommendations
10. Responsible for other reasonable related duties asassigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent analytical skills and business acumen
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Ability to work collaboratively and actively contribute to teamprojects
• Excellent skills with common office software like MicrosoftExcel, Power BI, Word, etc.
• Proficient in handling sensitive and confidentialinformation
• Ability and willingness to travel to other LSCcampuses/locations as needed; ability and willingness to travel totraining/professional development as needed

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably todo the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending;carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; ordriving an automobile. No special physical demands are required toperform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in aMicrosoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other generaloffice equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimalexposure to safety hazards
• Work will involve some travel within the LSC service area(north Greater Houston metro area)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or anequivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or arelated field
• Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Analysis,Finance, Statistics, or a related field
• Experience working with budgets
• Experience in business, financial, or operational analysis
• Experience with developing and maintaining dashboards andreports

Salary

Hiring salary range is $48,152 - $55,375. Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all postedfull-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fallin that range is determined by your related experience andeducation. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone StarCollege, the resume submitted in the application process will beutilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlinedbelow will provide the Office of Human Resources everything neededto determine an accurate starting salary. Your resume should provide a complete picture of your workexperience. The resume should include the following information foreach position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred inthe Lone Star College job description should be included in theresume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a partof an organization that offers a supportive, collegial workenvironment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a fullcomprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous numberof paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuitionwaiver, professional development opportunities and more.

E-Verify

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under whichLone Star College provides the federal government with informationfrom each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee isauthorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.