Budget Analyst 2

Company: Augusta University
Location: Augusta
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Budget Analyst 2Job ID: 261859Location: Augusta UniversityFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: * About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our make Augusta University an institution like no other.The is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .Location Augusta UniversityOur Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904College/Department Information The office of Finance oversees Augusta University financial operations to advance the university's education, service and research missions. The divisions which report to the office of Finance are: Budget Services, Financial Operations, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Supply Management, Public Safety.Job Summary Job Posting RefreshHelp prepare, maintain and monitor budgets for University departments. Work with personnel at all levels to resolve budget issues. Prepare and analyze reports. Provide training to departments including ongoing guidance and assistance.Responsibilities Budget Analysts, working under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Budget Operations, are responsible for providing data analysis for budgetary and financial matters in a dynamic environment. The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Help prepare, maintain, and monitor budgets for University departments to include working with personnel at all levels to resolve budget issues
• Develop budget/financial recommendations by monitoring, analyzing and interpreting data; analyzing departmental operations; and reviewing and analyzing policies and procedures
• Review, approve, and process budget amendment requests
• Support position management by analyzing requests for positions, ad hoc salary changes, and distribution changes which includes collaboration to ensure budgets justify budget approval
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports including analysis of budget vs. actual data and using trend analysis to make projections
• Assist in preparation of the University's original budget, including final BOR submission
• Participate in training of departmental personnel and provide ongoing guidance and assistance
• Participate in testing for budget-related processes and systems
• Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business administration or related field of studyExperience RequirementsTwo years of budget, finance, or accounting experiencePeopleSoft Financials and/or HCM experiencePreferred Qualifications Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (such as pivot tables, charts/graphs)Experience with PeopleSoft Financials and/or PeopleSoft HCM including development of queries OR experience with WorkdayExperience in developing and maintaining Tableau databasesKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities Understanding of budget, financial, and/or cost accounting conceptsKnowledge of business and financial management practicesProficient in Microsoft Excel and other computer software/databasesEffective verbal/written communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational skills to include time management and multitaskingAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamAbility to pay close attention to detail and maintain confidentialityAbility to convert financial detail into written narrative explaining how budget plans support the university's strategic mission for use by internal external constituentsRequires in-depth analytical and problem-solving skillsShift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)Pay Band: 11Salary: $56,600.00/Annually - $70,155.00/Annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.Recruitment Period: 7/1/24 - Until Filled.Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.Credit Check This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. 'Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success.'Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.How To Apply Consider applying with us today!Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365. To apply, visit Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. jeid-a68f5a45599ebd479443510ec7daef1aby Jobble

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