Budget Analyst

POSITION SUMMARYThe Budget Analyst plays a key role in meeting the college's budgeting, financial planning, and fiscal reporting needs. The Budget Analyst reports to the Assistant Budget Director and works closely with members of the Finance and Accounting team in the areas of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. This position also supports the Institute’s department heads in managing their department’s financial performance, including, but not limited to, assisting budget owners with budget transfers, investigating budget variances, assisting with day-to-day and budget cycle processes, and answering system-related questions. The Budget Analyst participates in the continuous development of the financial management software, supporting effective processes and the organization's informational and business needs. The Budget Analyst will have access to confidential data, participate in sensitive discussions, and be responsible for conducting duties in a manner that maintains the privacy of the Budget function and financial data at the college. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Performs daily validation, confirming the success and accuracy of data feeds, both from and to Oracle Financials, through comparison of system data. Troubleshoot failed and/or incomplete data transfers. Performs various budget analyses and investigates discrepancies when appropriate, while providing recommendations for areas of focus or further investigation to the Assistant Budget Director. Prepares data and analysis for use in senior-level communications, which may require the use of charts, graphs, and PowerPoint slides. Performs a wide range of analytics on revenues and expenses and evaluation of Business Units as needed. Supports department heads in their use of Oracle Hyperion Planning EPM and investigates specific questions regarding budget allocations and variances. Researches issues and provides independent guidance as appropriate. Calculates and enters adjusting entries to budget data, as needed for correction or transfer, and validates system data throughout the process. Assists with budget preparation as a member of the Finance team and as a support function to budget owners. Supports the Assistant Budget Director in fulfilling the maintenance requirements and system enhancements related to the Oracle Hyperion Planning application. Creates new users and maintains user security for existing budget owners, including detailed designation of access to departments for writing, viewing, and reporting purposes. Performs job duties associated with metadata maintenance for changes to departments and revenue and expense accounts. Actively participates in team projects as assigned. Assists in special ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis projects. Any and all other duties as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in accounting or finance, or a related field of study. Experience: Two to four years of experience in budgeting/financial analysis and/or accounting, inclusive of both internal and external reporting. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Technical experience with financial software, including user access and security, metadata maintenance, user interface, business rules, and data feeds. Ability to extract data from a standard financial reporting system, such as Oracle Hyperion using SmartView in Excel. Prior experience using budgeting software. Previous experience with Oracle Hyperion will be an asset. REQUIRED SKILLS Strong computer experience, which must include the ability to work effectively with MS Office suite products, , Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong quantitative skills and analytical rigor. Ability to create, read, and interpret financial statements and financial reports clearly and succinctly. Must possess strong attention to detail. Must be a well-organized self-starter with good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team with all levels of the organization. Ability to perform multiple financial projects effectively simultaneously. WORKING CONDITIONS Must be available to work nights and weekends as required due to business needs. Regular work requires a great deal of sitting and standing for extended periods. Regular work requires the use of a computer, sometimes in excess of eight (8) hours per day.