Financial Analyst 2: Budgeting & Forecasting (Remote)

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Financial Analyst 2 to provide comprehensive financial support for the Division of Undergraduate Education Finance team. The role covers budgeting, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis, and position tracking to help ensure accurate financial information for stakeholders.

The position works with finance colleagues, program managers, and unit leaders to maintain financial integrity and drive planning efforts across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, and reporting concepts.
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies and trends, and summarize findings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budget and forecasting for assigned units, funds, and activities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports with variance analyses.
• Reconcile financial activity to ensure accuracy and proper coding.
• Track positions, salaries, benefits, and staffing changes within units.
• Provide financial information to unit leaders and campus partners.
• Assist in improving financial reporting processes and tools.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Excel expertise

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Financial Analyst 2 to provide comprehensive financial support for the Division of Undergraduate Education Finance team. The role covers budgeting, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis, and position tracking to help ensure accurate financial information for stakeholders.

The position works with finance colleagues, program managers, and unit leaders to maintain financial integrity and drive planning efforts across the portfolio.