Finance & Budget Analyst

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/17/2026.

Position Summary:

This position exists to support the Budget Director, AVP for Finance, CFO, and the university with various types of analysis, forecasting and modeling to meet university management’s need for information for decision making in UNC’s on-going financial planning and budgeting processes. This position supports specific areas of the university in developing their financial plans, which includes multi-year financial planning, annual budgeting and quarterly financial forecasts.

Job Duties:

20% Design and maintenance of university-wide forecasting and budgeting modules to assist with short-range financial planning of the University. This process includes researching, planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis and reporting.

50% Responsible for working directly with assigned areas of the university to provide consultation and support in the development of their annual budget, quarterly current estimates, and multi-year financial projections. Provide high level support to these areas, review information for reasonableness and adherence to policies and procedures. Prepare summaries and analysis for executive level presentations and decision making. This position prepares sections of the consolidated budget book for approval by the Board of Trustees.

30% Responsible for assigned portions of the quarterly financial reporting for the Board of Trustees’ Finance and Audit committee meetings, reporting to the State of Colorado, any other required reporting, and performing financial analysis for special projects as assigned. Financial reporting and analysis requires forecasting financial results, analyzing trends, explaining variances from the annual budget, and reviewing year-to-date financial information. Reporting and analysis requires summarizing complex information clearly, succinctly and efficiently for executive presentations utilizing graphics, when appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.

Two to four years of experience in a budget analyst position that requires substantial analytical, forecasting and modeling skills is preferred.

Experience in budgeting or an analyst position in a higher education institution is highly preferred. A basic to intermediate level of accounting knowledge through work experience or education is required.

Experience that demonstrates the analytical ability to combine financial and non-financial data into analysis for management decision making.
Experience that demonstrates excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Knowledge of report writing tools and relational databases is preferred.
Excellent skills with Microsoft excel required.
Excellent analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal are required

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44%  of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college.  UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

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ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu. 

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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