Senior Budget Analyst

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to provide comprehensive support for budget management and reporting. This role includes analyzing budgeting and accounting reports, serving as a liaison to specific units, and utilizing financial systems to maintain financial accuracy. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, possesses strong analytical abilities, and has experience in managing budget information effectively. Strong communication skills are essential for ensuring a positive customer service experience.

Qualifications

• Four years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Considerable knowledge of University operating procedures and policies.
• Experience managing budget information and recording financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes budgeting and accounting reports.
• Serves as Budget Office liaison for specific units.
• Uses PeopleSoft to create or approve budget journals.

Skills

Knowledge of budgeting methods

Ability to analyze complex financial data

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of accounting systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft financial system

Job description

The Senior Budget Analyst provides budget support for the UNT System Administration and UNT System Enterprise budgets.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other related field and four years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of (or ability to rapidly assimilate and retain) University operating procedures, organization and policies.
• Considerable knowledge of business and accounting principles, practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of various budgeting methods (e.g., zero-based, incremental) and the ability to apply them effectively.
• Knowledge of electronic information systems and accounting systems.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Experience managing budget information and accurately recording financial transactions.
• Capacity to think critically and independently, assessing financial situations from multiple perspectives.
• Ability to assemble and organize data of complex nature, to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats.
• Strong ability to read and analyze fiscal management information and to assist in formulating solutions to problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong communications skills.
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Prepares and analyzes department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
• Serves as Budget Office liaison to specific units of the System as assigned.
• Uses the PeopleSoft financial system to create or approve budget journal and transfers.
• Provides a positive customer service experience by guiding individuals through the complexities of financial systems and processes, ensuring clear communication and support.
• Evaluate and improve training materials, job aides and reports available to stakeholders.
• Reviews and approves the reconciliation of accounting records.
• Participates in annual budget submission, state reporting requirements, intra-system agreements, etc.
• Assist in process and report improvements to support budget management and budget controls, including monitoring of budget adjustments.
• Assists with the development of budgeting and reporting software.