Budget Analyst I - Engineering Finance

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a Budget Analyst I in the College of Engineering. The role provides budget and financial analysis for the Dean’s office, reviews departmental budgets, and supports decision-making with ad hoc analyses.

After an initial training period, the position may become hybrid, with four days in office and one day remote per week, subject to supervisor approval and operational needs. Sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field plus four (4) years of budget, finance, analytics, or related work.
• Working knowledge of general accounting practices and financial reporting.
• Understanding of large integrated financial management systems.
• Advanced skills in Excel or similar spreadsheet programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to evaluate, analyze, and solve problems and make and communicate decisions in unprecedented situations.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget and financial analysis for the College of Engineering Dean’s office.
• Review and analyze overall College and department budgets to aid in decision making processes.
• Perform ad hoc analysis of financial data for dean-level decision-making.
• Troubleshoot budget and financial commitment issues, understanding the complex requirements of each fund type and providing advice to unit leaders.
• Reconcile and monitor financial status of college funds on a monthly basis including state, revolving, and foundation accounts.
• Assist with the development of the annual operating budget, day-to-day operating budget, and the update and maintenance of SAP Org Management.
• Represent interests in college and university committees and task forces.
• Be administratively responsible to the Assistant Dean of Business and Financial Affairs.

Skills

Budgeting

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

UNL Budget System

SAP

Database software

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a Budget Analyst I in the College of Engineering. The role provides budget and financial analysis for the Dean’s office, reviews departmental budgets, and supports decision-making with ad hoc analyses.

After an initial training period, the position may become hybrid, with four days in office and one day remote per week, subject to supervisor approval and operational needs. Sponsorship is not offered.