Budget Analyst I: Higher Education Budgeting & Forecasting

RiseMe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University, located in Midtown Manhattan, invites applications for a Budget Analyst I to assist with the Medical College’s operating budget and related financial modeling. The role supports budget development, monitoring, and reporting for the Budget and Planning unit.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years in finance or budgeting, advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and familiarity with ERP systems. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Finance, economics or related degree preferred.
• 2–3 years financial analysis, finance, or budgeting experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and MS Access; ERP familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of the annual operating budget and policy guidance.
• Prepare and maintain budget models and forecasting tools.
• Analyze monthly revenues/expenses and report variances.
• Develop presentations and financial materials for leadership and boards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

MS Access

SAP

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

Cornell University, located in Midtown Manhattan, invites applications for a Budget Analyst I to assist with the Medical College’s operating budget and related financial modeling. The role supports budget development, monitoring, and reporting for the Budget and Planning unit.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years in finance or budgeting, advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and familiarity with ERP systems. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive compensation.