Senior Budget & Forecasting Lead (Hybrid)

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Sr. Budget Analyst in Raleigh, NC. The role involves complex budget analysis, multi-year planning, and strategic resource allocation to support university priorities.

You will develop financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations for executive leadership while partnering with units across campus. The position requires strong analytical skills, experience with Power BI/Excel, and the ability to lead teams and communicate findings effectively.

Qualifications

• Requires post-baccalaureate credentials plus 1–2 years experience or a bachelor’s degree plus 2–4 years experience.
• Strong ability to research, analyze, and interpret complex financial data and trends.
• Experience with state appropriations, budgets, and financial reporting preferred.
• Proven leadership and project-management skills with ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget analysis and multi-year forecasting for operating funds.
• Prepare reports and forecasts for executive leadership and funding requests.
• Perform data analysis and create dashboards to inform decisions.
• Lead budget projects and mentor budget analysts to meet deadlines.

Skills

Financial analysis

Data interpretation

Budget forecasting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Post-baccalaureate credentials

Bachelor’s degree + related experience

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Pivot tables

Database queries

Job description

NC State University is seeking a Sr. Budget Analyst in Raleigh, NC. The role involves complex budget analysis, multi-year planning, and strategic resource allocation to support university priorities.

You will develop financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations for executive leadership while partnering with units across campus. The position requires strong analytical skills, experience with Power BI/Excel, and the ability to lead teams and communicate findings effectively.