Principal Budget Analyst

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

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience)

THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Fiscal Services, Budgeting and Planning, the Principal Budget Analyst assists with the centralized financial planning and budget management functions of the College. The Principal Budget Analyst serves as a secondary to the Associate Director of Fiscal Services, Budgeting and Planning, and various department heads on a range of fiscal and associated budget issues. This position communicates with external funding agencies in the absence of the Associate Director. The Principal Budget Analyst researches, compiles, analyzes, and interprets budget and financial data, participating with others across the various departments of the College. The incumbent also performs complex budget, auditing, payroll, and accounting‐related activities.

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

• Assists in preparing budgetary information and reports provided to the California Department of Finance, Legislative Analyst’s Office, legislative staff, and other State and Federal agencies.
• Assists in coordinating reports of prior year actuals, current year budgets, and future year proposals for the annual Governor’s Budget.
• Assists the Associate Director with annual beginning-of-year and mid‐year budget development, coordinates budget hearing scheduling and participates in them, assisting the Associate Director with budget data entry.
• Assists in preparing written reports, budget status analyses, and other information required for the quarterly meetings of the UC Law SF Board of Directors and its Committee on Finance.
• Supports the Associate Director with written reports, budget status analyses, and other information required for the regular meetings of the UC Law SF Foundation and its Committee on Finance.
• Aids in developing and maintaining short-term and long-term operating forecasts and financial planning models.
• Provides support and training for Budget Worksheet input in Box system, and Colleague Self-Service to College management and department staff on budget‐related issues and oversees problem resolution.
• Monitors revenues and expenditures quarterly 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, Deputy CFO/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 budget status reports.
• Supports the Deputy CFO/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.
• Participates in developing College policies and procedures; may serve on planning and policy‐making committees.
• Performs miscellaneous job‐related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Master’s Degree in finance or business administration preferred but not required.
• At least two years of State budget experience is required, that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Experience in presenting information clearly to various audiences, including the College Administration and Board of Directors.
• Familiarity with the California Department of Finance or other state-level budget principles and practices.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to develop and maintain complex budgets in a multi‐faceted higher education setting.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must be capable of documenting written procedures for budgets.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build cooperative working relationships with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience resolving complex problems or issues.
• Ability to work independently, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and easily adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook) and remote communication and collaboration tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Box).
• 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

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

THE HIRING PROCESS

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 Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF 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.