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Budget Analysis

The Budget Analyst conducts budget and planning analysis and studies; works closely with programming staff to design and implement computer systems; assists in the preparation of financial materials, reports and summaries.

• Responsible as assigned for major components or nearly all facets of budget activities; participate in the conceptual development of the various budget processes and specifications for projects
• Participate in budget and resource data analysis; gather, compile and manipulate data; may determine analytical methods to be used; identify inconsistencies or significant findings
• Develop and analyze projections of the budget and resource implications of proposed programs
• Prepare budget scenarios used to build the University’s operating budget
• Explain procedures, forms and formats, definitions, and other requirements for the annual preparation and submission of budget documents
• Prepare detailed presentations of comprehensive materials
• Conduct assigned research for and assist in the preparation of data analysis and position papers
• Design, development, and assembly of analytical material; provide analyses of budgetary issues, proposals, and various ad hoc studies
• Prepare comparative and historical analysis of appropriate indicator data in support of the University’s annual budget review
• Analyze and/or develop projections of cost and other resource implications of proposed academic or support programs and changes in programs

Level:

– Senior Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Works independently on moderately complex work assignments under limited oversight, reviews progress, and evaluates results. Monitors work and projects ensuring timeliness, quality, and efficiency. Identifies and mobilizes resources to achieve outcomes. Trains others and reviews progress with management. Presents ideas, concepts, and instructions in a clear and persuasive manner. Develops new techniques, concepts, and approaches and applies them to moderately complex and strategic and/or operational issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters moderately complex problems
– Applies specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems
– Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor
– May review the work of others to verify accuracy and conformance to required procedures and special instructions

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and the University
– Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Coaches others in using appropriate strategies for resolving conflict; negotiating reasonable compromises; and proposing and evaluating possible solutions
– Give candid and constructive feedback to others to influence and persuade managers and employees to accept and implement findings and recommendations

• Comp Grade – 12
• Minimum – $76,700.00
• MidPoint – $95,900.00
• Maximum – $115,100.00