Senior Budget Analyst

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to support the Finance Division with complex financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning for institutional priorities. You will collaborate across departments, develop advanced budget models, coordinate processes, and provide expert guidance to ensure transparency and accuracy in university budgeting.

This exempt full-time role reports to the Director of Financial Operations and requires five years

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related business field.
• Minimum five years of finance (budgeting/accounting) experience.
• Advantage: MBA in Finance or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced financial models and budget processes for university-wide planning.
• Serve as primary finance partner to divisions, guiding budget development and resource allocation.
• Lead monthly/quarterly reviews with departments, presenting trends and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Director of Financial Operations on annual budgets and projections.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Finance/Accounting or related Business field

Tools

Banner Finance

Job description

Senior Budget Analyst

Job No: 497461

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: South Orange

Categories: Administrator

Under the strategic and operational guidance of the Director of Financial Operations, the Senior Budget Analyst serves as a senior financial professional supporting the University's Finance Division and collaborating across all departments. This position performs complex financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning to support institutional priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Senior Budget Analyst develops advanced financial models, coordinates critical budget processes, provides expert financial guidance to departments, and delivers analytical insights that support executive decision-making. The position contributes to process improvements and enhances the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of university-wide budgeting activities.
• Act as the primary finance partner to assigned divisions, providing guidance on budget development, financial performance, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate monthly and quarterly financial review meetings with departments by presenting financial trends, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions.
• Work directly with the Director of Financial operations and budget team members in preparing annual budgets, mid-year & year-end projections. As well as, ensuring accuracy and alignment with institutional financial objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree - Field of study: Finance, Accounting or related Business field.
• At least five years of experience in a finance (budgeting/accounting) role, preferably in higher education.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree - Field of study: MBA Finance/Accounting.
• Working knowledge of Banner Finance or comparable financial system, preferably within a higher education environment.

Salary Range

$68,000 - $93,500

Exempt/Nonexempt

Exempt

Physical Demands

General Office Environment

Benefits Information

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. That's why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University's mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.

Advertised: 17 August 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Application Closes: Eastern Daylight Time