Budget Analyst I

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement programs

Paid vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee discounts & perks

Education assistance

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso in El Paso, TX is seeking a Budget Analyst to perform moderately complex budget preparation and analysis under supervision. You will review budgets, monitor expenditures, and prepare reports, supporting program and financial objectives.

This full-time, on-site position requires strong Excel skills, analytical ability, and effective communication. Salary is $42,000 annually, with standard 40-hour weeks and some flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Three years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Strong knowledge of finance principles and GAAP concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze budgets and performance measures.
• Monitor budgets and program performance, and compile reports.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring accounting controls.
• Conduct ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
• Advise staff on budget issues to stay within allocations.

Skills

Budget analysis

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Accounting or related field

Job description

Position Information

Hiring Department: Budget and Payroll Services
Reports To: Associate Director of Budget and Payroll Services
Job Location: El Paso, Texas (On Site)
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm. Flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: exempt/non-exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: $42,000 Annually.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• List of three references

Position Summary

Under general supervision and with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs moderately complex budget preparation and analysis work. Work involves preparing, reviewing, and analyzing budgets and performance measures; and monitoring budgets and program performance. May train others.
Complies and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts in the University’s general ledger.
Allocates expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, receivables, etc., based on reports and schedules.
Conducts Ad Hoc reporting and analysis requiring problem-solving ability in the course of budget and related operational processes as needed.
Assists department in resolving funding problems regarding funding sources, cost issues, budget categories, account balances/insufficient funds, etc.
Provides assistance in the gathering, recording, and analysis of data to support the Legislative Appropriations Request and other legislative or administrative requests.
Allocates expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, receivables, etc., based on reports and schedules.
Determines proper handling of financial transactions; monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures.
Assist in the development implementation and monitoring of accounting system and accounting system and accounting controls.
Conducts studies and submit recommendations for improving the University’s accounting operation.
Review and process documents for appropriate position funding (i.e. position front end documents) and related budget transactions; monitor transactions and transfer for appropriateness with established policies and procedures.
Collects, analyzes, and reports data that supports alternative solutions to budget and management problems.
Examines operating budgets to determine whether funds have been appropriately allocated.
Maintains trend data and prepares graphs, reports, and forecasts.
Assists in the preparation of reports on performance measures.
Assists in the preparation of the annual operating budgets.
Assists in the preparation of budgets to provide management with expenditure data, trends, and recommendations.
Advises staff on areas in which action may be required to stay within budget.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree and in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field from an accredited institution
Experience: Three years related experience to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of principles and theories of finance, accounting or related fields and discipline. Moderate level of competency with Microsoft spreadsheets, database retrieval and reports. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task in a team oriented environment and be a self-starter.

Why Pick UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP ) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan . Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.

What UTEP Offers

Miner Perks and Benefits

• Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
• Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
• Retirement Programs
• Longevity Pay
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Employee Education Assistance program
• And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.

Additional Information

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education