Senior Budget Analyst

Tufts University•Medford, MA

15h

About The Position

The Budget Center facilitates uniform, strategic, and transparent budget processes across the University, providing information and analysis to decision makers to align program priorities with resources. Staffed with full-time finance professionals, the Budget Center relieves schools and other units of most financial administration. The Senior Budget Analyst will report to the Director of Budget Services and support the operation of the Office of Budget and Planning. The Senior Analyst will serve as a primary contact to schools/ units, consult with the Executive Administrative Dean and Program Managers, and provide guidance on budget development and monitoring.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
5+ years experience with budgeting and financial management
Demonstrated experience in relationship management and strong customer service focus
Demonstrated experience working with senior staff across an organization
Excellent communication skills
Strong skills with Excel and other budgeting and reporting tools
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with highly diverse clients and colleagues
Strong accounting skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree MBA
other advanced degree in financial management or accounting
Higher education experience
Experience managing information systems
Experience with organizational transformation

Responsibilities

Develop budget and forecast packages for school/unit input and review, including the position roster and trend analyses.
Identify and resolve variances and deficits, keeping constituents informed about budget status, and document detailed budget plans containing rationale and supporting information.
Liaise with others across the University, including Local Research Administrators (LRAs), to receive input into budgets, forecasts, and rosters.
Prepare summary analyses of assigned units, assist with questions regarding prior period variances, and measure/ report performance indicators to key stakeholders.
Act as steward for university resources and ensure the appropriate use and planning for gift and discretionary funds.
Provide timely, accurate and detailed information and advice so that decision makers at the school/unit are well equipped to make strategic financial decisions.
Assist the Director of Budget Services in managing the day-to-day responsibilities of analysts, providing guidance and direction to deliver excellent service.
Leverage technology, including budget system, to drive standardization and transparency in budgeting process.
Manage the baseline budget package development for Director and school/unit leadership review, performing analyses as required. Revise and update as necessary.
Identify, track and report out-of-budget cycle adjustments for approval.
Manage the process for developing funding and expense forecasts.
Assess budget performance by reviewing data, performing analytics and identifying and resolving variances.
Ensure budgets and forecasts adhere to standards and guidelines set by the Finance and Planning Office of Tufts Finance Dept.
Perform ad hoc analysis as needed by Director and by clients.
Develop reporting tools and implement reporting systems to meet client requests.