Sr. Budget Analyst

largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities. Visit us at https://jobs.hr.ncsu.edu/ . Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Essential Job Duties: As a Senior Budget Analyst, you will conduct complex budget and financial analyses that inform strategic resource allocation decisions and multi-year budget planning across NC State University. You will develop financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations for university executive leadership, supporting informed decisions related to state-appropriated funds, appropriated receipts, facilities and administrative (F&A) funds, student fees, and premium tuition. Working within the Budget and Resource Management Division, you will partner with university leadership and assigned organizational units to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights that support the university's financial priorities and long-term planning. This requires Sr. Analysts to utilize a suite of technology and software applications (i.e., SharePoint, Power BI, OneStream and the PeopleSoft ERP systems - Financial, HR, and Student) to convey budget information for executive leadership. Key Responsibilities: Budget Planning and Forecasting Provides budget analysis and forecasts to support multi-year budget planning for all operating funding sources. Analyzes five-year budget plans, auxiliary budget reviews, and new funding requests to advise university leadership on strategic funding decisions as part of the University's Budget Planning Process . Prepares budget analysis supporting General Fund expansion requests and the UNC System Office All-Funds Budget initiative. Provides accurate future-year projections for Enrollment Change Funding Formula. Conducts periodic budget reviews with units to identify risks and develop proactive solutions; Performs budgeting and forecasting of expenditures and revenues to ensure sufficient cash flow and reserves. Coordinates the Tuition and Student Fee Increase processes, provides supporting budget analysis, and prepares submissions for the Board of Trustees and UNC Board of Governors. Financial Analysis, Reporting, and Strategic Resource Allocation Provides budget analysis and reporting that supports university leadership in making strategic resource allocation decisions. Interprets proposed and enacted budget legislation, State Budget Act and UNC System Office (UNCSO) and Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) official budget guidance. Performs data analysis using complex data sets involving querying, transforming, and creating data visualization dashboards to produce usable information for university leadership; Performs a variety of ad-hoc financial analyses as requested by management, Office of the State Budget and Management, UNC System Office, Legislative requests, or campus leadership; Prepares reports for executive management with input; formulates management recommendations and makes presentations; Team Leadership and Budget Technical Assistance Provides team leadership and budget technical assistance. Assists colleges and units with effective multi-year budget planning and development of funding requests supported by evidence and data. Provides team leadership to include mentoring budget analysts, leading complex projects to completion on tight deadlines, and working collaboratively to solve challenging problems. Prepares and provides budget training and technical assistance to units across campus. If you are a strategic financial professional who enjoys translating complex financial data into meaningful recommendations, influencing university-wide resource allocation decisions, and supporting long-term financial planning, we invite you to bring your analytical skills and collaborative approach to NC State University. We welcome you to apply and contribute to the university's financial planning and strategic priorities. Other Work/Responsibilities: In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations. Minimum Experience/Education: Requires post-baccalaureate credentials plus 1-2 years experience; a bachelor's degree plus 2-4 years experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Required Qualifications: Demonstrated skill in researching, analyzing, and interpreting complex financial data to identify trends, evaluate budgetary issues, and develop findings and recommendations. Knowledge of state appropriations, appropriated receipts, and F&A funds, including applicable state policies, rules, regulations, the State Budget Act, State Budget Manual, and UNC Policy Manual. Advanced skills in Excel or similar software, financial software systems, data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau), pivot tables, and database queries. Proven ability to independently manage complex budgetary and financial assignments, coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and lead teams to complete projects. Demonstrated ability to present financial findings and recommendations, collaborate with employees at all levels of an organization, and provide customer service and technical assistance. Preferred Qualifications: Prior budgeting experience in a university setting. Demonstrated experience managing budgets and accounting functions, including applying financial strategies across multiple funding sources and funding types. Knowledge of accounting to create and review budgets and actuals journals in the financial system Proven ability to manage customer relationships, improve customer satisfaction, and resolve complex customer issues. Required License or Certification: N/A AA/EEO Statement: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.