Budget Analyst

Boise State University; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Health insurance

Job summary

Boise State University, located in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Budget Analyst to manage local and appropriated budgets, analyze payroll, correct journal entries, and post budget transfers. The role blends accounting rigor with cross‑departmental budgeting improvements.

Required is a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience, plus strong Excel and Office skills; ERP experience is a plus. This role supports university budgeting and forecasting initiatives across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2 years professional experience.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting in higher education is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze budget balances and correct deficits per policy.
• Generate payroll correction journal entries and track funding sources.
• Analyze and approve position budget requests and verify adequacy.
• Maintain communications and training on budgeting best practices.
• Consult with departments to improve budgeting processes and forecast accuracy.
• Notify department staff of errors and provide guidance on next steps.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Excel

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

ERP system

Job description

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Responsible for Local and appropriated budget development, management, and reporting. Provides in-depth analysis of payroll, corrects journal entries, and executes and posts budget transfers.

Level Scope:

Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Essential Functions:

60% of the time the Budget Analyst must:

• Review and analyze over-budget balances in assigned areas and ensure deficits are corrected in accordance to policy.
• Generate and approve payroll correction journal entries, taking into consideration approved funding sources and prior payroll expense activity.
• Analyze and approve position budget requests, evaluate variables to determine the level of processing required and verify adequate budget.
• Maintain communications and training for university employees on best practices for budgeting.
• Work with departments as a consultant to assist in improving their budgeting processes.
• Notify department staff of errors, answer questions, and provide guidance on next steps.
• Notify Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Administrative Accounting that the errors have been cleared.
• Review all on-line Budget Position Action Request Forms.

35% of the time the Budget Analyst:

• Understand internal policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles and SBOE policies.
• Work as a liaison between OBP and other campus departments.
• Process position budget requests, budgetary analysis and reporting and special projects as assigned by the Director and/or Associate Vice President, Budget and Planning.
• Know university budgets, process flows, HR systems, and position budgeting experience.
• Work with other departments as a ‘consultant’ to assist in improving their budgeting processes.
• Work with various departments to analyze their activity and propose methods to improve their forecasting and processes.
• Coordinate with office staff to assist in various tasks. This includes testing upgrades to the new budgeting system.
• Develop and document procedures for complex analysis and reconciliations.
• Provide mentoring, cross-train and back up other accountants with the possibility of supervision.

5% of the time the Budget Analyst:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to be accurate and precise.
• Ability to think critically and analytically.
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting practices, computer literacy – especially Excel.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher education experience is preferred, with at least 2-3 years of work experience in budget and/or finance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Experience collaborating with a varied team of professionals.
• Experience with a complex ERP environment.
• Working knowledge in financial analysis.
• Exceptional budget leadership in serving institutional areas.
• Experience facilitating hybrid meetings.

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary range is $60,673.60 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume and cover letter.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/