Senior Budget Analyst

Montclair State University - Montclair, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Montclair, NJ

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Budget Analyst at Montclair State University plays a crucial role in assisting with the budget process and management. This position involves gathering, analyzing, and presenting financial and statistical data to support decision-making for both internal and external audiences. The analyst will work closely with various departments to uphold university policies and enhance business practices related to budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and monitoring of the University's annual operating budget.
• Serve as Budget Office liaison to specific academic and administrative units of the University as assigned.
• Provide budget analyses and forecasts for leadership decision making and for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with the development of personnel and fringe budgets.
• Assist with long-range financial projections potentially including auxiliary services, financial aid, state funding allocations, faculty teaching load, and others.
• Use a variety of data systems and spreadsheets to analyze student enrollment, personnel headcount and other statistical data that impact financials.
• Use the University's financial system to create or approve budget journals and transfers.
• Assist with the development of budgeting and reporting software used by Budget & Planning.
• Work with partners in Finance & Treasury, Facilities, and other administrative departments on areas of shared interest.
• Uphold and support existing University policies and procedures and make recommendations that enhance its business practices.
• Serve on ad hoc committees and task forces, etc., as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a budget, finance, or related analytical role.
• Knowledge of basic budget analysis techniques.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with computer systems for finance and budgeting.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts to a variety of employees in the University.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and learn new systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in related field.
• Experience working in a university or large non-profit setting.
• Knowledge of Workday Financials.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Diversity and Inclusion Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities