Budget Analyst

The Budget Analyst will play a vital role in developing and managing the department's annual budget across clinical, research, and education operations. This position is responsible for consolidating individual operational budgets into a comprehensive department-wide financial plan, with a strong emphasis on employee compensation budgeting. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting and financial principles, including GAAP and cost accounting, and will ensure accurate financial processing and reporting to support division and department leadership. Strong communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be able to clearly explain complex financial concepts and data to clinical providers and non-financial stakeholders, ensuring transparency and understanding across all levels of the organization.

This position supports hybrid work environment. The Budget Analyst will be required to work onsite based on department need at our office located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Budget Analyst, II

• Develop, analyze, and manage departmental budgets, allocating current resources and forecasting future financial requirements across divisions, programs, and operations.
• Prepare and maintain budget variance reports, including unit cost variance analyses, to identify cost drivers and support financial decision-making.
• Conduct compensation analyses for faculty, providers, and staff, including strategic updates and recommendations aligned with market benchmarks.
• Support accurate and timely compensation in alignment with departmental salary plans.
• Monitor and review expenditures, ensuring funds are appropriately allocated and spent in accordance with budgetary guidelines and cost accounting principles.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to analyze current operations, model new initiatives, and forecast financial impacts of proposed programs.
• Design and present financial dashboards, charts, and reports, effectively summarizing key operational and financial metrics for stakeholders.
• Conduct productivity studies and operational analyses to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and strategic growth.
• Ensure consistent application of financial policies and procedures, developing departmental processes in alignment with University guidelines.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, performing complex work independently with significant latitude for judgment and decision-making.

Job Code: P21182

Budget Analyst, III

• Develop, analyze, and manage departmental budgets, allocating current resources and forecasting future financial requirements across divisions, programs, and operations.
• Prepare and maintain budget variance reports, including unit cost variance analyses, to identify cost drivers and support financial decision-making.
• Conduct compensation analyses for faculty, providers, and staff, including strategic updates and recommendations aligned with market benchmarks.
• Support accurate and timely compensation in alignment with departmental salary plans.
• Monitor and review expenditures, ensuring funds are appropriately allocated and spent in accordance with budgetary guidelines and cost accounting principles.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to analyze current operations, model new initiatives, and forecast financial impacts of proposed programs.
• Design and present financial dashboards, charts, and reports, effectively summarizing key operational and financial metrics for stakeholders.
• Conduct productivity studies and operational analyses to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and strategic growth.
• Ensure consistent application of financial policies and procedures, developing departmental processes in alignment with University guidelines.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, performing complex work independently with significant latitude for judgment and decision-making.

Job Code: P21183

Budget Analyst, IV

• Develop, analyze, and manage departmental budgets, allocating current resources and forecasting future financial requirements across divisions, programs, and operations.
• Prepare and maintain budget variance reports, including unit cost variance analyses, to identify cost drivers and support financial decision-making.
• Conduct compensation analyses for faculty, providers, and staff, including strategic updates and recommendations aligned with market benchmarks.
• Support accurate and timely compensation in alignment with departmental salary plans.
• Monitor and review expenditures, ensuring funds are appropriately allocated and spent in accordance with budgetary guidelines and cost accounting principles.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to analyze current operations, model new initiatives, and forecast financial impacts of proposed programs.
• Design and present financial dashboards, charts, and reports, effectively summarizing key operational and financial metrics for stakeholders.
• Conduct productivity studies and operational analyses to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and strategic growth.
• Ensure consistent application of financial policies and procedures, developing departmental processes in alignment with University guidelines.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, performing complex work independently with significant latitude for judgment and decision-making.

Job Code: P21184

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCYSTATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Budget Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Budget Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Budget Analyst, IV: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Preferred qualification:

• Experience working in an Academic Medical Center, hospital, or medical clinic

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?
• None
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• * How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
• 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
• 12 years or more, but less than 14 years

• 14 years or more

• * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?

• Yes
• No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Open Date

10/03/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43264B

Job Title

Budget Analysts

Working Title

Budget Analyst

Career Progression Track

P00

Track Level

P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday though Friday, typically 8am-5pm

VP Area

U of U Health - Academics

Department

DFPM-Administration

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$75,000 - $95,000

Close Date

01/03/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)