"Budget Analyst"

Job Description

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a full-time Budget Analyst.

Job Details:

• Location: F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
• Classification: Full-time, Exempt
• Schedule: 40 hours, Monday to Friday.
• Reports to: Director of Budget, Financial Planning & Analysis
• Department: Finance & Administration
• Approved Salary Range: $59,000.00 - $63,500.00

Reporting to the Director of Budget, Financial Planning, and Analysis, the Budget Analyst supports strategic decision-making and financial stewardship at Franklin & Marshall College. This position is responsible for supporting financial forecasting, analyzing budget and expenditure data, and producing actionable insights.

Essential Functions:

• Analyze complex financial data and trends to support budget development, variance analysis, and institutional reporting.
• Provide one-on-one training and coaching to budget managers to strengthen financial literacy, enhance understanding of budgeting principles, and improve the effective use of financial data for planning, monitoring, and decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Director of Budget, Financial Planning & Analysis to prepare annual operating and capital budgets.
• Support and maintain multi-year financial models to support strategic planning, operating budget forecasting, and long-term sustainability.
• Provide analytics for institutional initiatives, including new academic programs, facilities planning, resource allocations and realignments.
• Lead and support special projects, including cost-benefit analyses, benchmarking studies, and scenario planning.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies, tools, and best practices.
• Prepare and post budget adjustment entries in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or planning.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Proficiency with Excel and experience with financial systems.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or related field).
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
• Familiarity with fund accounting and institutional budget models.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

Application Instructions:

All submitted materials must be submitted via this online process. We regret we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted via mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please ensure that you provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating that your application materials have been received. Individuals who need accommodations due to a disability in order to submit an application or attend an employment interview should contact Human Resources at (717) 358-3996.

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