Saint Anselm College - Manchester, NH
posted 4 months ago
Saint Anselm College, a private, liberal arts college in the Benedictine tradition, is seeking a full-time, year-round Finance and Budget Analyst. This position is crucial for the financial health of the college, as it involves working closely with the facilities department to develop both short- and long-range financial and budgetary data. The Finance and Budget Analyst will provide essential analysis, advice, and counsel regarding finance and budget matters, ensuring that the college's financial resources are managed effectively and efficiently. The role includes participation in budget planning and purchasing processes, monitoring department expenses, preparing reports, and contributing to projects related to benchmarking and process improvement. The Finance and Budget Analyst will administer budget activities, which include assisting with the preparation and gathering of data for annual and multi-year operating and capital budgets and reports. This involves preparing and reviewing budget entries in the financial information system. The analyst will also assist the Director of Physical Plant in interpreting financial and budget reports, analyzing data, and planning budgets, as well as projecting costs based on historical trends and other relevant data. Analyzing cost data and accounting/budget status reports will be a key responsibility, with the expectation to initiate or recommend corrective actions or alternatives as necessary. In addition to these responsibilities, the Finance and Budget Analyst will provide support and guidance regarding the purchasing of goods and services for the department, coordinating with the College Purchasing Manager. Training staff on policies, regulations, and budgetary practices will also be part of the role. The analyst must ensure that all financial activities comply with internal and external policies, procedures, and regulations. Special assignments, research projects, and focused analyses will be executed as directed, and the analyst will develop simulations and modeling from analyzed financial data to assist with future planning. Tracking revenues and expenses related to federal and private gifts or grants for required reporting will also be a critical function of this position.