Strategic Budget & Planning Integrator

UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UCAR is seeking a Budget Analyst III to join the Office of the CFO and integrate into UCAR's Community Programs. The role provides senior financial leadership for budgeting, pre- and post-award management, and compliance across UCP centers and programs.

Responsibilities include indirect cost budgeting, MTDC estimates, and producing reports for strategic planning, forecasting, and award management. Collaborate with BSS and UCAR planning teams to strengthen financial controls and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus eight years related experience, or Master’s degree plus six years, or an equivalent combination.
• Master’s degree in finance, accounting or business-related discipline is desirable.
• Expert knowledge of budget development, analysis, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, budgeting guidance, and strategic planning support for UCP Programs.
• Develop indirect cost budgets and MTDC estimates; advise executive teams on allocations.
• Produce financial reports, analyses, and ad hoc insights for UCP leadership and audits.
• Support award management, compliance with OMB guidelines, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with BSS and UCAR Budget & Planning to drive financial planning standardization.

Skills

Budget development

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Master’s degree in finance, accounting or business-related discipline

Tools

Workday Financials

MS Office

Google Apps

Job description

UCAR is seeking a Budget Analyst III to join the Office of the CFO and integrate into UCAR's Community Programs. The role provides senior financial leadership for budgeting, pre- and post-award management, and compliance across UCP centers and programs.

Responsibilities include indirect cost budgeting, MTDC estimates, and producing reports for strategic planning, forecasting, and award management. Collaborate with BSS and UCAR planning teams to strengthen financial controls and reporting.