Budget Support Specialist

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Budget Operations, the Budget Support Specialist will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive budget-related support to various offices within Operations, Finance, and Support (OF&S) departments and will be housed and supported within the Budget Office. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in the Budget Office, leadership within OF&S, and across the university.

Workplace Requirements:

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combing both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Two days on campus and three days remote, except during budget season, when increased on-campus presence is required. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range:

$56,000 to $72,500 annually
*Exempt (salaried positions under FLSA are not eligible to overtime)

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in budget preparation, analysis, and reporting.
  • In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Rice University, with an interest in higher education and academic operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working in a higher education or nonprofit environment.
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Services or other ERP budgeting software.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of budgets for multiple departments and offices.
• Work closely with department heads and administrators to ensure accurate budget planning and forecasting.
• Compile financial data and prepare reports for budget reviews and audits.
• Monitor expenditure trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or efficiencies.
• Provide guidance and training to staff regarding budget policies, procedures, and systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop budget proposals and support funding requests.
• Maintain accurate records of budget allocations, transfers, and adjustments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures as needed.
• Synthesize complex budget and accounting issues to busy executives and non-finance experts.

Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.

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