Budget Accountant

University of Wisconsin-Parkside; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Budget Accountant to join their Business Services team. This role involves managing complex budgets, analyzing funding sources, and providing crucial financial insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with experience in budgeting and financial analysis. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact the financial health of the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive academic setting, contributing to the success of various programs and initiatives.

Benefits

State pension plan

Liberal benefits package

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in budgeting or financial analysis required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex budgets, analyze funding sources, and forecast budget balances.
• Provide budget analysis and guidance to staff on financial matters.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial Analysis

Accounting Principles

Data Analysis

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Workday

Peoplesoft

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Code: 21463 Posted: 12/04/2024

Position Title: Accountant III (Budget Accountant)

Employment Type: Full time, Academic Staff, Exempt

Reports To: The Budget Accountant will report to Controller

Pay Range: $64,000-$68,000

UW-Parkside is seeking a collaborative and skilled Budget Accountant in the office of Business Services. As a Business Services team member, this position performs advanced budgeting duties following UW system policies and procedures. The Budget Accountant needs to have a high level of knowledge and expertise, and works daily with a variety of funding sources. A wide range of job duties includes preparing and reconciling budget transactions; recommending controls and process improvements; troubleshooting errors; maintaining budget records and providing customer service to staff.

This position requires the ability to work independently, and as part of a team and to exercise sound judgment and discretion, in applying and interpreting UW financial policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends, and financial commitments.
• Forecasts budget balances and recommends corrective action as needed.
• Provides budget and policy analysis for complex unit or organizational budgets containing a variety of funding sources for multiple programs.
• Develops short- and long-term budgetary projections, annual operating budgets, and program cost analyses.
• Analyzes, identifies, and makes recommendations for cost savings and funding options by conducting research on diverse institutional data.
• Conducts program and budget research, analyzes data, and prepares complex financial reports in accordance with established procedures and regulations.
• Provides guidance and direction to other analysts on budgetary analysis and reporting activities.
• Serves as a point of contact for staff providing budgetary information and guidance, answering questions, and responding to inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or accounting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and budgeting practices
• Proficiency in financial software (i.e Workday, Peoplesoft) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• 1-3 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or accounting in a higher education setting

Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Sitting for long durations: Most work is done at a desk, requiring prolonged sitting while using a computer and reviewing documents.
• Fine motor skills: Ability to operate a keyboard and mouse efficiently for data entry and document creation.
• Ability to read documents, screens, and reviewing paperwork.
• Occasional mobility: Ability to stand, walk, and move around the office to access files, meet with colleagues, or attend meetings.
• Light lifting: May need to lift and carry small boxes or files occasionally.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at [phone]. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
• Resume

Review of Applications: Applications received by 12/17/2024 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate's application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. If the results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if you have started employment, your employment will be terminated.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process because of a disability, please let us know. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations to a person's disability.