The University of Texas System - Houston, TX
posted 3 months ago
The Senior Budget Analyst at the Children's Learning Institute within UTHealth Houston plays a crucial role in applying advanced professional budget techniques to analyze and prepare financial documents and operating budget requests. This position is integral to the financial health of the institution, ensuring that budgetary regulations are adhered to and that financial resources are allocated efficiently. The analyst will be responsible for analyzing and reporting variances in the operating budget by account and object of expenditure, assisting in the preparation and analysis of supplemental data related to faculty salaries, new tenure appointments, and promotions. In addition to these responsibilities, the Senior Budget Analyst will recommend changes to systems and procedures to ensure compliance with budgetary regulations. They will perform ongoing analysis of salary accounts and determine the need for a Request for Budget Change (RBC) by analyzing personnel actions or budget changes in relation to Regent's guidelines. The analyst will work closely with the UT System in processing RBCs and will analyze recognized revenue compared to expenditures to project annual activity, ensuring the appropriateness of current modified budgets. The role also involves communication with account managers and directors to address questions and problems related to budget and cost needs, composing correspondence, preparing reports, and handling complex requests and projects. The Senior Budget Analyst will assist in audits, acting as a liaison between outside funding agencies and the institution, and will be responsible for maintaining financial system integrity through testing and development. This position may also involve creating internal procedures, developing training seminars, and providing guidance to personnel within the department, potentially leading projects and activities.