Budget Analyst

Houston Baptist University•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in the planning, development, and coordination of the preparation of financial analyses and reports, including, but not limited to, operational and capital budgets, auxiliary revenue, statistical reports, cost analyses, and other financial information; perform complex and specialized assignments in the assigned area of expertise.

Requirements

Bachelor�s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required
Three or more years of experience in Budget or Accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent analytic skills and an ability to solve problems and make decisions
Ability to keep financial matters confidential with respect to students, staff, faculty, and record keeping
Ability to transfer current computer skills to a working knowledge of the University�s systems, such as Internet Native Banner, Husky Net, Argos, Anaplan, and other financial reporting tools
Ability to coordinate the implementation of solutions; to identify and analyze accounting and financial reporting issues
Ability to meet strict deadlines with accuracy
Ability to work effectively with senior academic and administrative positions

Nice To Haves

Experience with SQL or Microsoft Access preferred
Present a positive image of the Financial Operations Department and the University

Responsibilities

Support the Financial Operations department in the preparation of the University�s annual operating and capital budget process.
Maintain supporting schedules and files relating to the University�s annual budget process
Assist in managing the University�s long-range plan model by maintaining supporting schedules and inputting, analyzing, and reconciling financial data in the model
Every month, examine departmental budget reports for completeness, accuracy, and conformity with the University�s fiscal policy. Follow up with departmental managers for budget variances
Reconcile and maintain various University accounts as needed
Perform line-by-line analyses and financial forecasts of departmental budgets.
Prepare and assemble journal entries, budget transfers, and other analytics as needed
Provides technical advice and assistance to departmental faculty and staff on adherence to budget and control procedures.
Prepare departmental revenue reports for department managers, noting budget concerns.
Work on ad-hoc requests for schedules and data from faculty and staff
Backup Financial Grants Accountant in the planning, organizing, and coordinating of the centralized accounting and financial reporting for University-sponsored research programs, including: preparing annual and project budgets, forecasting revenue, and estimating any carry-over of funds from one year to the next.
Every month, examine departmental financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and conformity with the University�s fiscal policy
May be asked to produce and analyze sections of special projects or participate in additional departmental and administrative services as needed
Assist in the onboarding of new employees and participate in the training of all users on how to utilize the University�s budget system effectively
Maintain a schedule of agency fund sponsors and student officers and provide reports to student organizations as needed
Oversee department student workers as needed
Perform other duties as assigned