Fiscal Analyst

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Board of Higher Education seeks a Fiscal Analyst/Planner Specialist to support budget recommendations, data collection, and reporting for the state’s public higher education system. The role emphasizes coordination across operating and capital budgets and deep analysis of financial policy areas.

The position offers a salaried status with a competitive benefits package, and a hybrid work arrangement with headquarters in Springfield, IL.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis for higher education or public agencies.
• Knowledge of budget planning and reporting processes.
• Ability to coordinate with universities and state agencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection, data entry, validation and reporting for the higher education system.
• Lead financial analysis for public universities and agencies across policy areas.
• Coordinate operating budget development data collection, validation and materials.
• Support annual capital budget development process and related analyses.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget planning

Data reporting

Higher education policy

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Job Requisition ID:58608
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/07/2026
Agency: Illinois Board of Higher Education
Class Title:FINANCIAL ANALYST/PLANNER SPECIALIST - R4788
Salary: Commensurate with experience, starting salary within the range of $69,000-$79,000/yr
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Agency Excluded from Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm Mon-Fri
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County:**IBHE offers remote and hybrid work arrangements, based on position and supervisor discretion. IL Residency is required. Travel within IL is expected, as required by the work.
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

About the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE)

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

About the position:

The Fiscal Analyst performs financial analysis and coordinates the development and implementation of budgetrecommendations for the Agency, including data collection and reporting, budget planning and development, andrelated research and administrative functions; serves a key role in both operating and capital reporting processesand cycles.

This is a covered position under the State Universities Civil Service System.

IBHE offers the State's competitive benefit package

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• 30% Coordinates data collection, data entry, validation, and data reporting associated with various required reports for the higher education system, across both operating and capital submissions
• 20% Leads and conducts financial analysis for public universities and agencies across various higher education financial policy areas, including revenue and expenditure analysis
• 20% Coordinates and performs key components of the annual operating budget development process, including collecting and validating historical data and budget requests from universities and agencies; conducting analysis; and preparing tables, materials, and recommendations for annual Board items and the Budget Book
• 20% Coordinates and conducts analysis supporting the annual capital budget development process, including