Analyst I, Budget and Finance

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

Job summary

Lone Star College-CyFair seeks an Analyst I, Budget and Finance to support campus budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The role collaborates with managers and executives to analyze financial data, develop dashboards, and improve reporting processes across campus.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of experience, with strong Excel and Power BI skills. Travel to other campuses may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 1+ year of experience
• Prefer degrees in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field
• Experience with budgets and dashboards is a plus
• Comfort with data analysis and reporting tools

Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes campus budgetary and financial performance regularly.
• Evaluates and forecasts campus spending and trends.
• Provides financial analysis and support for campus initiatives.
• Assists with annual budget development.
• Examines budgets for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures.
• Designs and develops reports and dashboards; uses Lone Star systems for data.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Finance, Statistics, or related field

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Word

Job description

Job Title: Analyst I, Budget and Finance

Location: LSC-CyFair

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 45272

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability 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®\" is designed 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 multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-CyFair

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Analyst I, Budget and Finance - CyFair supports the attainment of campus strategic goals and plans through analysis of budgetary, financial, and operational data, and making data-based recommendations. Supports campus Managers and Executives with day-to-day management of the campus budget, including analysis, forecasting, reallocation, and reporting to ensure all campus budgetary guidelines and goals are met and maintained. Position will work closely with Managers and Executives. Works collaboratively and partners with colleagues across campus to respond to a variety of requests for research, analysis, and development of reports and dashboards. May work collaboratively with colleagues across campus to design, plan, and implement business process improvements, including technology applications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Monitors and analyzes campus budgetary and financial performance on a regular basis. Evaluates and forecasts campus spending while recognizing trends. Provides financial analysis and support for campus-wide operational initiatives
2. Reviews budget trends comparing to expected performance and making recommendations, as necessary. Summarizes and submits recommendations 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 the development of the annual budget
5. Examines budgets and financials for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and policies
6. Assists with the day-to-day functions of the campus budget and finance department
7. Designs and develops reports and dashboards for campus. Uses query functions in Lone Star systems to provide data in useful formats
8. Works as a team member on broader and more complex projects, as directed by management
9. Seeks new ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and makes recommendations
10. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

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 team projects
• Excellent skills with common office software like Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Word, etc.
• Proficient in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability and willingness to travel to other LSC campuses/locations as needed; ability and willingness to travel to training/professional development as needed

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

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

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office 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 minimal exposure 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 an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related 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 and reports

Salary

Hiring salary range is $48,152 - $55,375.

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each 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 in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Compliance and Eligibility

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized 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.