On-Site Budget & Operations Leader

Cal Poly; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus is seeking a Budgeting & Operations Analyst to support University Personnel's financial and resource management operations. You will perform financial analysis, prepare reports, and advise on actions and policy changes while handling highly confidential duties and complex budget processes.

The role requires experience in accounting/finance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage projects within a public university setting.

Qualifications

• Budgeting, financial data analysis, and record keeping are core to the role.
• Apply accounting procedures to analyze data and interpret policies and procedures.
• Investigate and analyze problems with broad administrative impact and implications.
• Advanced knowledge of public and business administration and fiscal management.
• Address diverse customer needs respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and reporting; prepare briefing materials for leadership.
• Oversee division financials and confidential administrative duties; ensure policy compliance.
• Coordinate budgeting processes and support cross‑functional financial planning.
• Lead project and program management; interpret and apply division policies.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Record keeping

Policy interpretation

Public administration

Education

4-year degree + 3 years experience in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus is seeking a Budgeting & Operations Analyst to support University Personnel's financial and resource management operations. You will perform financial analysis, prepare reports, and advise on actions and policy changes while handling highly confidential duties and complex budget processes.

The role requires experience in accounting/finance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage projects within a public university setting.