Finance/Budget Analyst III

The University of Central Florida Board of Trustees; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Central Florida Office of Research is seeking a Finance/Budget Analyst to process financial transactions, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with university policies. You will assemble and reconcile data, monitor accounts, and coordinate with the Budget/Finance Director on fiscal matters.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience. Preferred skills include forecasting, budget development, monitoring, reconciliations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in financial forecasting, budget development, monitoring, and reconciliations in higher education or research settings.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards applicable to research institutions.
• Experience with post‑award financial management and sponsored project administration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and forecast revenues and expenses for Office of Research.
• Develop budgets and adjustments in budget management systems and monitor variances.
• Reconcile accounts and correct unassigned budget transfers as needed.
• Prepare payroll funding costing and validate Workday work tags; coordinate with HR.
• Collaborate with internal teams to disseminate accounting information and ensure compliance.
• Support the Budget/Finance Director with funding planning and allocations.
• Assist with Workday spend transactions and related workflows.
• Serve as liaison between Principal Investigator, Office of Research, and colleges/units.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Budget development

Budget monitoring

Financial reconciliations

Post award management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

Office of Research:

The University of Central Florida (UCF) Office of Research sets the standard for excellence in service to our stakeholders by supporting research, commercialization, and economic growth. Through strategic partnerships, collaboration, and integrity, we foster an environment where employees can pursue their personal and professional goals while contributing to organizational success. We serve as an essential resource for attracting and retaining premier talent and research funding through operational excellence, innovative technology, and cohesive teamwork.

The Opportunity :

The Finance/Budget Analyst will process financial transactions within university financial systems. They will also prepare statements and reports relating to an assigned area of responsibility, monitor records of past and present operations, and apply university accounting policies and procedures in working with accounting records and reports. The Analyst is tasked with assembling, analyzing, and reconciling data and transactions. They will monitor departmental accounts for compliance with applicable regulations and coordinate with the Budget/Finance Director and/or Manager on fiscal compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare budgets and forecast revenues and expenses and provide specialized financial reporting and analysis for Office of Research, including but not limited to the Institutes and Centers, Service Centers and Faculty Cluster Initiatives.
• Develop and load budgets and associated adjustments into budget management systems and monitor budgetary variances and corrects as appropriate.
• Correct unassigned budget transfers to appropriate revenue or spend categories and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy of transactions.
• Prepare costing allocations for payroll funding, corrections to payroll funding and review, reconcile, and validate Workday work tags, initiate work tag changes as needed.
• Collaborate with HR on workforce funding planning and allocations and identify appropriate funding sources for various financial and HR transactions.
• Prepare, review, or correct workforce funding changes and approve, deny, or return Workday spend transactions.
• Work closely with other members of the business center and sponsored programs team to disseminate accounting information and ensure compliance.
• Act as liaison between the PI, Office of Research and colleges/units.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) .

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in financial forecasting, budget development, budget monitoring, and financial reconciliations, preferably within a higher education environment.
• Proficiency in financial management systems, such as Workday or comparable ERP platforms.
• Familiarity of financial regulations, policies, and accounting standards, particularly those applicable to higher education and research institutions.
• Demonstrated experience in post award financial management, including the administration of sponsored projects, contract and grant accounts and coordination with principal investigators.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 -$80,648. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

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