Senior Budget Analyst (VPUR)
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Location: College Park, MD 20740
Description:
Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The Senior Budget Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the financial planning and budgeting activities of the University of Maryland College Park Foundation (UMCPF) and the Division of University Relations (VPUR).
This position is responsible for fiscal planning, development, implementation, reporting and monitoring of UMCPF and VPUR capital and operating budgets. This position will work closely with the Director, Budgets & Financial Systems to perform complex data analysis and interpretation to monitor financial performance; develop and maintain forecasts and projections using statistical analyses; and prepare various ad hoc queries and reports related to budget and financial planning which are used by all levels of management for decision making and monitoring of institutional performance.
Physical Demands:
Normal office environment with extensive computer use. Must be able to clearly read computer screen for extended periods and maintain significant fine finger dexterity for keyboarding. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling common office items such as supplies, files and documented materials. Ability to travel to/from campus for meetings.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5) years of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of accounting systems, financial reporting, and budget preparation and analysis.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to acquire, apply and expand knowledge of the University's policies.
Additional Job Details
Preferences:
-Ability to develop successful working relationships with various stakeholders.
-Experience developing and implementing budgets in a complex organization.
-Strong computer proficiency using MS Office with an emphasis in Excel (i.e. Pivot Tables, Vlookups, Formula/Function usage, etc.), including spreadsheet creation and report production.
-Self-motivated and detail oriented with the ability to perform duties under limited supervision.
-Demonstrated organizational, analytical and problem solving abilities with strong mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.
-Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, share information, and work collaboratively.
-Ability to work diplomatically and successfully manage interpersonal relationships.
-Ability to take initiative, analyze problems, prepare and articulate solutions.
-Dedication to providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
-Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
-Strong financial background to develop in-depth data analysis.
-Strong writing skills are required to aid in development of budget reports, provide justification, analysis and descriptions of budget requirements. Strong written and oral communications skills are important for UMCP Foundation and University Relations budget communications.
-Strong interpersonal relationships for collaborative teamwork for internal office, Colleges/Schools business offices, and institutional budget offices.
-Working knowledge of financial and personnel systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite and Workday financials.
- Familiarity with UMD systems (such as Workday, PHR, BA4)
Required Application Materials: Resume and Cover Letter
Best Consideration Date: May 2, 2025
Posting Close Date: NA
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
VPUR-Financial Management
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$88,240-$100,000
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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Organization's Summary Statement:
The Senior Budget Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the financial planning and budgeting activities of the University of Maryland College Park Foundation (UMCPF) and the Division of University Relations (VPUR).
This position is responsible for fiscal planning, development, implementation, reporting and monitoring of UMCPF and VPUR capital and operating budgets. This position will work closely with the Director, Budgets & Financial Systems to perform complex data analysis and interpretation to monitor financial performance; develop and maintain forecasts and projections using statistical analyses; and prepare various ad hoc queries and reports related to budget and financial planning which are used by all levels of management for decision making and monitoring of institutional performance.
Physical Demands:
Normal office environment with extensive computer use. Must be able to clearly read computer screen for extended periods and maintain significant fine finger dexterity for keyboarding. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling common office items such as supplies, files and documented materials. Ability to travel to/from campus for meetings.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5) years of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of accounting systems, financial reporting, and budget preparation and analysis.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to acquire, apply and expand knowledge of the University's policies.
Additional Job Details
Preferences:
-Ability to develop successful working relationships with various stakeholders.
-Experience developing and implementing budgets in a complex organization.
-Strong computer proficiency using MS Office with an emphasis in Excel (i.e. Pivot Tables, Vlookups, Formula/Function usage, etc.), including spreadsheet creation and report production.
-Self-motivated and detail oriented with the ability to perform duties under limited supervision.
-Demonstrated organizational, analytical and problem solving abilities with strong mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.
-Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, share information, and work collaboratively.
-Ability to work diplomatically and successfully manage interpersonal relationships.
-Ability to take initiative, analyze problems, prepare and articulate solutions.
-Dedication to providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
-Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
-Strong financial background to develop in-depth data analysis.
-Strong writing skills are required to aid in development of budget reports, provide justification, analysis and descriptions of budget requirements. Strong written and oral communications skills are important for UMCP Foundation and University Relations budget communications.
-Strong interpersonal relationships for collaborative teamwork for internal office, Colleges/Schools business offices, and institutional budget offices.
-Working knowledge of financial and personnel systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite and Workday financials.
- Familiarity with UMD systems (such as Workday, PHR, BA4)
Required Application Materials: Resume and Cover Letter
Best Consideration Date: May 2, 2025
Posting Close Date: NA
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
VPUR-Financial Management
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$88,240-$100,000
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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Search Firm Managed Recruitment
There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.
Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:
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