"Budget Analyst"

Job Details

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

This position supports the Director of University Budget and the Executive Director of Finance and Budget in the daily operations of the University Budget Office and Finance and Budget functions. Responsible for performing essential functions within the University Budget Office, which may include position management and salary savings tracking; coordination of various budget projects throughout the year; ongoing communication and consultation on financial matters with faculty and staff at all levels of the University; delivery of training to assist cost center managers and specialists in understanding fiscal responsibility and the use of information systems; preparation of regular and ad hoc reports and analyses; budget preparation and analysis; review and processing of budget requests; and other budget-related activities as assigned.

Primary Job Functions, Duties, or Accountabilities

• Position management tracking for University Administration and Daytona Beach campus departments, including maintaining rosters by cost center to support audits; updating salary budgets for personnel moves and promotions; coordinating funding sources; reviewing compensation increases; reallocating budget funds; and calculating monthly salary savings for vacant, funded positions.
• Generate reports, analyze data, and provide information and/or recommendations to the University Budget Director and University leadership for process improvements and Workday enhancements.
• Provide live Teams training to end users and update training materials as needed, including posting to ERNIE, and work with team leadership to improve training methods and content.
• Support annual budget projects, including primary responsibility for Sponsored Projects, Research Incentive Accounts, and Donor Sponsored Program year-end rollovers; coordinate annual revenue and expense budgets; analyze accounts for future-year budget estimates; and assist with annual budget cycle tasks.
• Review and process budget amendments and requests to ensure accuracy of approval, intent, execution, and funding, including judgment related to University financial reporting, compliance, and budgets, and submit journal entry requests to Accounting.
• Support daily Inbox requests by providing guidance to end users; maintain comprehensive knowledge of university accounts, restrictions, and allowable accounting; maintain the department ERNIE website; collaborate with IT on Workday dashboard updates; and continually document and improve departmental processes.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Area of concentration: Any

Required Work-Related Experience:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of related work experience
• Experience in Accounting/Finance (higher education experience preferred)

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Security Clearances:

• None

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Experience in budget management; higher education experience preferred
• Superior attention to detail
• Sound judgment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated commitment to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers by establishing and maintaining effective relationships
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of work and competing deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Knowledge of information technology and its use for effective and efficient information delivery, decision-making, and reporting

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310795. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full Resume
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.