BUDGET ANALYST

$49,275 - $86,174/Yr

Johns Hopkins - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Baltimore, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Budget Analyst at Johns Hopkins University will work within a team to manage pre-award and post-award grants and contracts activities. This role involves supporting the Grants and Contracts Manager and faculty/staff by overseeing financial activities related to various funds, including sponsored, general, gift/discretionary, and endowment funds. The position requires processing transactions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with university and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Initiate SAP transactions including online payment requests and shopping carts.
• Process online forms for independent contractors and Payment Works.
• Prepare invoices for sponsors and process accounts receivable documents.
• Handle travel reimbursements for faculty, staff, and students.
• Prepare payroll e-forms and non-payroll cost transfers.
• Track documents from creation to payment and troubleshoot issues.
• Complete monthly verification and reconciliation of non-salary expenses.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for sponsored accounts and gifts/discretionary accounts.
• Assist in monitoring fund expenditures throughout project life.
• Identify budget issues and provide alternative solutions.
• Assist with sub-award management and initiate Purchase Orders.
• Clear commitments billed to awards and maintain accurate spending projections.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis using SAP and Excel.
• Assist with financial reporting during project closeout.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• One year of related progressively responsible experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of SAP and FIBI highly desirable.
• Familiarity with University and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad cross-section of clients.
• Collaborative with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to changing needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities