Senior Budget Analyst (Confidential Administrative Support III)

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

2d • $90,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

San Diego State University is seeking a highly skilled and analytical
professional to serve as a Senior Budget Analyst within the Office of the
Provost, Academic Affairs. This position serves as a primary resource for
non-faculty budget operations across Academic Affairs, working directly with
colleges, academic units, and central administrative offices to support budget
planning, analysis, and coordination.

Operating with a high degree of independence, this role provides financial
analysis, develops reporting, and supports division-level planning and
decision-making. The position also leads resource management training efforts
and contributes to process improvements that support consistent, effective
budgeting practices across Academic Affairs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience working with complex budgets and/or financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze and resolve complex fiscal, personnel, and policy-related issues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the development of complex financial models and reports
• Experience supporting or coordinating complex budget processes, including financial reporting and budget transactions
• Strong understanding of fund accounting principles and financial practices, preferably in higher education or a public sector environment
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures and recommend process improvements
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build working relationships across diverse stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience with financial systems such as Oracle Financials, Adaptive, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau or similar platforms)
• Experience with SQL or related query tools (e.g., Microsoft Query, Rapid SQL)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Division Budget Resource: Act as a primary resource for non-faculty budget operations across Academic Affairs, providing guidance and support to colleges and academic units on budget processes, policies, and procedures.
• Lead Budget Planning and Coordination: Oversee key components of the Academic Affairs budget process, including salary and operating budgets, revenue projections, and allocation activities.
• Deliver Financial Analysis and Reporting: Develop, analyze, and prepare financial reports, including expenditure tracking, FTE variance analysis, and budget projections to support leadership decision-making.
• Develop Tools and Improve Processes: Design and maintain reporting tools and models using systems such as Excel and Adaptive, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency in budget-related processes.
• Train and Support Resource Staff: Provide training, consultation, and ongoing support to college and unit resource personnel, helping to build knowledge, strengthen practices, and ensure alignment with division and university guidelines.
• Coordinate Complex Resource Activities: Manage and support key financial and personnel-related processes, including faculty startup funding, allocations, and other division-level resource management activities.
• Collaborate Across the University: Work closely with Academic Affairs leadership, college and unit staff, and central offices such as Budget and Finance and Human Resources to resolve fiscal, personnel, and policy-related issues.
• Support Strategic and Operational Initiatives: Contribute to division-wide initiatives, including shared services efforts and other projects that enhance resource management and operational effectiveness.

Benefits

• Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
• Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
• Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
• Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees