Budget Analyst
University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Platteville, WI, United States
Position Summary
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and process improvement? The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is seeking a Budget Analyst to conduct financial analysis and budget oversight to support decision-making, planning, and policy formulation by university leadership. This role identifies creative solutions, works independently, collaborates with team members, and serves as a budget liaison to faculty, staff, and others to advance UW-Platteville's mission and goals. This is a full-time, 12-month position with a salary of $65,000, commensurate with experience. You'll benefit from a flexible schedule, excellent benefits, and the potential for a hybrid work arrangement—all within a supportive and innovative team environment.
Key Job Responsibilities
Provide budget and policy analysis for departmental or divisional budgets containing a variety of funding sources
Develop short- and long-term budgetary projections, annual operating budgets, and program cost analyses
Make recommendations for compensation and staff planning and collaborate with other budget analysts to ensure effective budget planning for the university
Manage financial systems, input budget data and accounting data, ensure accuracy and precision, and meet associated deadlines
Assist with developing and monitoring complex budgets and short- and long-term budgetary projections
Analyze, identify, and make recommendations for cost savings and funding options by analyzing institutional data
Conduct program and budget analysis and prepare financial reports in accordance with established procedures, guidance, and regulations
Assist in the development of operating policies and procedures to comply with institutional policies and departmental objectives
Liaise with colleagues in the Budget Office, the Financial Services department, the Human Resources office, and employees across campus
Serve as a point of contact for faculty and staff by providing budgetary information and guidance
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution related to finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits and Compensation
Competitive salary of $65,000. Comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and potential hybrid work arrangement.
EEO and Eligibility Statement
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and is an AA/EEO employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.
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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and process improvement? The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is seeking a Budget Analyst to conduct financial analysis and budget oversight to support decision-making, planning, and policy formulation by university leadership. This role identifies creative solutions, works independently, collaborates with team members, and serves as a budget liaison to faculty, staff, and others to advance UW-Platteville's mission and goals. This is a full-time, 12-month position with a salary of $65,000, commensurate with experience. You'll benefit from a flexible schedule, excellent benefits, and the potential for a hybrid work arrangement—all within a supportive and innovative team environment.
Key Job Responsibilities
Provide budget and policy analysis for departmental or divisional budgets containing a variety of funding sources
Develop short- and long-term budgetary projections, annual operating budgets, and program cost analyses
Make recommendations for compensation and staff planning and collaborate with other budget analysts to ensure effective budget planning for the university
Manage financial systems, input budget data and accounting data, ensure accuracy and precision, and meet associated deadlines
Assist with developing and monitoring complex budgets and short- and long-term budgetary projections
Analyze, identify, and make recommendations for cost savings and funding options by analyzing institutional data
Conduct program and budget analysis and prepare financial reports in accordance with established procedures, guidance, and regulations
Assist in the development of operating policies and procedures to comply with institutional policies and departmental objectives
Liaise with colleagues in the Budget Office, the Financial Services department, the Human Resources office, and employees across campus
Serve as a point of contact for faculty and staff by providing budgetary information and guidance
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution related to finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits and Compensation
Competitive salary of $65,000. Comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and potential hybrid work arrangement.
EEO and Eligibility Statement
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and is an AA/EEO employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.
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