PRINCIPAL BUDGET ANALYST

FISCAL SERVICES

CLASSIFICATION: Level 3 / Class Code 2250 / Full-Time / Exempt / Benefited

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $100,000 annually (commensurate with qualifications) 

THE ROLE

Under the direction of the Controller, the Principal Budget Analyst provides coordination of the centralized financial planning and budget management functions of the College. The Principal Budget Analyst serves as a consultant and advisor to the Controller and various department heads on a range of fiscal and associated operational management issues and communicates with external funding agencies. Researches, analyzes and interprets budget and financial data, participating with others across organizational lines in the development of a wide range of data used for formulating recommendations. Also performs complex budget, accounting, auditing, payroll and budget‐related activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Typical duties and responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists in the preparation of budgetary information provided to the California Department of Finance, Legislative Analyst's Office, legislative staff and other State and Federal agencies.
• Coordinates, compiles, calculates, and develops reports of previous year expenses, current year estimated expenses, and future proposed budgets for the annual Governor's Budget.
• Assists the CFO in coordinating annual and mid‐year budget hearings and assists department heads with analyses and recommendations.
• Prepares written reports, analyses and other information for the quarterly meetings of the UC Hastings Board of Directors and its committee on Finance.
• Prepares written reports, analyses and other information for the regular meetings of the UC Hastings Foundation and its committee on Finance.
• Develops and maintains short and long-term operating forecasts and financial planning models.
• Provides support and technical expertise for Axiom budget software to College management and department staff for budget‐related issues and oversees problem resolution.
• Monitors revenues and expenditures to ensure that they are within budgetary levels and recommends necessary adjustments to Budget Managers.
• Assists in directing the planning and development of operating budgets in coordination with departmental budget coordinators, Department Managers, Controller, Division Managers, Deans, and/or the Chancellor and Dean.
• Compiles scheduled and special reports, analyses, and feasibility studies such as annual data summaries and program status reports.
• Supports the Controller as a member of the College's audit team and assists in preparing schedules, reports and other documents as required by the auditors. Analyzes general ledger balances and assembles transaction documents for outside auditors.
• Recommends and participates in the development of College policies and procedures; may serve on planning and policy‐making committees.
• Plans and conducts the training of departmental personnel on Axiom budget software, budget administration, related internal procedures and controls, and access and comprehension of online financial reporting applications.
• Performs miscellaneous job‐related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Accounting, or related discipline;
• At least four years of State budget experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferred, but not required;
• Master's Degree in finance or business administration preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to develop and maintain complex budgets in a multi‐faceted higher education setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and build effective working relationships with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of university and/or public institution budgeting and funding procedures, standards, and documentation requirements.

BENEFITS

HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program

FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
• University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs

FOR YOUR WORK/LIFE BALANCE

• Fourteen paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Commuter Benefits Program

THE HIRING PROCESS

FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE INFORMATION AS REQUIRED ON THE APPLICATION AND/OR INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY SHALL IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFY AN APPLICANT FROM EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION.

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN DESIGNATED AS “SENSITIVE” AND REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Depending on the quality and number of the applications received, only the better qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. THE POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.

UC Hastings College of the Law is an equal opportunity employer. UC Hastings strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Hastings College of the Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.