Senior Budget Analyst

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Work type: Full Time
Location: UMW
Categories: Staff

Title: Senior Budget Analyst

VP Area: Administration & Finance - UMW

Department: Budget & Financial Analysis

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The University is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Senior Budget Analyst to join our dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a detail-oriented and analytical individual who thrives on leveraging data and technology to drive strategic financial decisions within a mission-driven organization. The Senior Budget Analyst will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and monitoring the college's operating budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and supporting our long-term financial health. This position supports the strategic financial planning and budget development processes of the institution. Assists in preparing, analyzing, and monitoring the institution's operating and capital budgets. Provides financial data analysis, forecasting, and reporting to inform institutional decision-making and ensure compliance with state and university policies.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, VBA, and scenario analysis.
  • High level accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

 

Required Experience:

  • Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, accounting or forecasting.
  • Experience with large-scale ERP systems (e.g. Banner, Workday, Oracle Finance).

 

Additional Considerations:

  • Experience in higher education budgeting, specifically within Virginia's public education system.
  • Knowledge of state budgeting processes and regulations.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. To be considered for this position a state application must be received through the online employment system at https://jobs.umw.edu/.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. For more information, please visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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