Strategic Budget & Forecasting Analyst (Hybrid)

The Claremont Colleges Services; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitzer College is seeking a Budget and Finance Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across campus. The role collaborates with departments to develop budgets, monitor performance, and advise senior leadership on financial decisions.

The position leads Workday Financial Management and Adaptive Planning initiatives, builds reporting tools, and supports Board reporting. A strong background in GAAP, Excel, and financial systems is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, financial planning, financial analysis, and accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing projects from planning through implementation with high-quality financial analyses and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and demonstrated experience using enterprise financial systems and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate components of the College’s annual operating budget process and serve as budget liaison.
• Develop financial forecasts, scenario analyses, reserve projections, and other financial models.
• Lead recurring financial reporting for departments, senior leadership, and committees; prepare Board narratives and materials.
• Serve as Finance Office lead for Workday Financial Management and Adaptive Planning; train users on self‑service reporting.
• Support year-end close and audit activities; strengthen internal controls and processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

GAAP

Excel

Communication

Internal controls

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Workday Financial Management

Adaptive Planning

Excel

Enterprise reporting tools

Job description

Pitzer College is seeking a Budget and Finance Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across campus. The role collaborates with departments to develop budgets, monitor performance, and advise senior leadership on financial decisions.

The position leads Workday Financial Management and Adaptive Planning initiatives, builds reporting tools, and supports Board reporting. A strong background in GAAP, Excel, and financial systems is essential for success.