Strategic Operations & Budget Analyst

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College seeks a Business Operations Professional, EVCO to support budget management, planning, and financial analysis. You will report to the Business Operations team and collaborate across campuses on reports, SOPs, and vendor relationships.

The role emphasizes adherence to regulations, data-driven decision making, and process improvements across administrative units, with potential travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in finance operations or similar role.
• Experience budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily financial operations including AR/AP, journal entries, procurement, and budgeting.
• Develop and deliver detailed reports and presentations for leadership; ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Lead budget planning, monitor annual budgets, and provide proactive recommendations.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/Finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Excel

PowerBI

Job description

Lone Star College seeks a Business Operations Professional, EVCO to support budget management, planning, and financial analysis. You will report to the Business Operations team and collaborate across campuses on reports, SOPs, and vendor relationships.

The role emphasizes adherence to regulations, data-driven decision making, and process improvements across administrative units, with potential travel between locations.