"Budget Analyst"

Job Details

Position Summary

AUIB is seeking a dynamic and experienced Budget Analyst to drive its mission of building disciplined planning, budgeting, and financial governance in support of academic excellence and institutional sustainability. In this pivotal role, the Budget Analyst will support the development, consolidation, and monitoring of the University’s annual budget and forecasts, produce management reporting and variance analysis, and maintain controlled versioning and documentation tied to the chart of accounts and headcount plans. If you’re an innovative analyst with a passion for data integrity, budgeting discipline, and decision-support in a higher education/nonprofit environment, this role is for you. Whether you’re actively seeking a new challenge or passively considering your next step, AUIB offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate annual budget cycle: Manage templates, timelines, unit submissions tracking, and consolidation.
2. Maintain assumptions and version control: Document assumptions and maintain a controlled audit trail of changes.
3. Variance analysis and management reporting: Prepare budget-to-actual analysis and commentary support for leadership reporting.
4. Forecasting and scenario modeling: Support rolling forecasts and multi-year scenarios as directed.
5. Data tie-outs and integrity: Tie out data to Oracle GL and reconcile budget structures to COA segments; maintain evidence files.

Ideal Candidate Profile

1. Analytical rigor & modeling discipline: Builds defensible models with clear assumptions and documentation.
2. Advanced Excel capability: Strong in pivots/lookups/models; comfortable working with structured data.
3. Governance mindset: Treats budgets as controlled records with traceability.
4. Stakeholder coordination: Can chase submissions, align departments, and meet deadlines under pressure.
5. Integrity and data ownership: High attention to detail; escalates discrepancies; maintains audit-ready evidence.

Education and Experience

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Years of Relevant Experience: Minimum 2 years in budgeting/analysis/management reporting (higher ed/nonprofit exposure preferred).
• Specific Skills or Expertise:
  • Budget development support, consolidation, and variance analysis
  • Forecasting and scenario modeling
  • Version control and assumptions documentation
  • Data tie-out/reconciliation to GL and COA structures
  • KPI/dashboard summaries for management reporting
• Additional Certifications: Preferred: advanced Excel; exposure to Oracle reporting; basic BI tools familiarity.
• Personal Attributes: Integrity, service orientation, teamwork, responsiveness, and commitment to AUIB values; strong deadline management.

Why AUIB?

Diversity and Inclusivity: At AUIB, we champion diversity and inclusivity in every aspect of campus life. Our vibrant community is a tapestry of cultures, ideas, and dreams, ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone through fair and equal policies.

Competitive Benefits: AUIB offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and generous leave policies, ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our staff.

Professional Development: With numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development, AUIB is the ideal place to enhance your skills and advance your career.

A Thriving Community: Our expatriate faculty and staff enjoy comfortable on-campus accommodations, and a vibrant campus equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an expansive library, modern classrooms, and recreational amenities.

A Legacy of Excellence: Situated in Baghdad, AUIB is dedicated to reviving the city’s historic legacy of learning and culture. Joining AUIB means being part of a prestigious project envisioned by prominent figures in business, government, and education.

Application Requirements:

To be considered for any role at the American University of Iraq—Baghdad (AUIB), applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Cover letter: Detail how your skills and experience align with the specific requirements of the position you are applying for.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Provide an up-to-date resume or CV.
• Identification: A valid national ID or passport is required for the application process.

Please note that applications missing any of these components will not be considered.

Candidates Shortlisted for an Interview:

• Educational transcripts and certifications must be translated into English.
• References: Provide contact details for three references who have either worked with you or supervised your work.