Senior Budget Analyst

Radford University - Radford, VA

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Radford, VA

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Budget Analyst will provide essential operational support to the Office of Budget and Financial Planning at Radford University. This role serves as the primary point of contact for budget-related inquiries and involves analyzing financial trends, preparing and monitoring the fiscal year's operating budget, and recommending best practices for budget management. The analyst will work closely with university staff and faculty to ensure effective budget formulation and compliance with financial policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary operational support to the Office of Budget and Financial Planning.
• Answer questions related to funding levels, procedures, and financial systems.
• Assist with position control management and budget monitoring.
• Prepare, analyze, and report on the fiscal year's operating budget.
• Conduct financial and budget reconciliations.
• Evaluate current processes and recommend changes to best practices.
• Research and recommend alternative budget strategies.

Requirements

• Proficient knowledge of budget and planning methodologies.
• Experience in conducting complex financial analyses and preparing detailed reports.
• Ability to coordinate budget formulation with agency objectives.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond accurately and quickly to requests under strict deadlines.
• Experience in prioritizing and managing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of Virginia's higher education budget and finance policies.
• Understanding of fund accounting and the legislative process in Virginia.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in higher education finance or related fields.
• Familiarity with public policies affecting state colleges and universities.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth's Performance Budgeting System and Cognos Query Studio.
• Experience in preparing financial forecasts in large organizations.
• Aptitude for working with pivot tables and integrated accounting systems.

Benefits

• Commensurate hiring range based on experience.