Strategic Budget Analyst – Higher Education

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Budget Analyst to support the budgeting process across university departments. The role covers annual budget preparation, monitoring current budgets, and year-end close, with guidance on budget matters to the campus community.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting and strong knowledge of budgeting methods, accounting systems, and financial data analysis. The position is based on campus in Denton.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting methods (e.g., zero-based, incremental).
• Experience with financial data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify trends.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and electronic information systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist departments in all facets of the budget process.
• Prepare annual budgets and monitor current-year budgets.
• Process personnel authorization information affecting budgets and fund sources.
• Prepare reports and conduct research on budget issues; provide guidance to campus community.

Skills

Budgeting principles

Financial analysis

Accounting principles

Data analysis

Reporting

Communication skills

Relationship management

Critical thinking

Data organization

Fiscal analysis

Safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Budget Analyst to support the budgeting process across university departments. The role covers annual budget preparation, monitoring current budgets, and year-end close, with guidance on budget matters to the campus community.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting and strong knowledge of budgeting methods, accounting systems, and financial data analysis. The position is based on campus in Denton.