Budget Analyst I

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance

Wellness platform

Retirement Programs

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts & Perks

Employee Education Assistance

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso invites applications for a Budget Analyst in the Budget and Payroll Services department. Under general supervision, you will perform moderately complex budget preparation and analysis, including preparing, reviewing, and analyzing budgets and performance measures, and monitoring budgets and program performance.

You will compile Ad Hoc reports, assist in funding decisions, and support Legislative Appropriations requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field
• 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
• Moderate competency with Microsoft spreadsheets, database retrieval and reports

Responsibilities

• Perform budget preparation and analysis work
• Prepare, review, and analyze budgets and performance measures
• Monitor budgets and program performance
• Assist in Ad Hoc reporting and analysis
• Assist in funding source problems and budget issues
• Support Legislative Appropriations requests and other requests
• Develop and monitor accounting systems and controls
• Prepare reports on performance measures and operating budgets

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $45,000 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, p erforms 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.

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 Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at [phone], by email at [e-mail] , or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at [e-mail] .