Franklin & Marshall College ยท 1 day ago
Budget Analyst - Franklin & Marshall College
Lancaster, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$59K/yr - $64K/yr
4+ years expFranklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a full-time Budget Analyst. This position supports strategic decision-making and financial stewardship by analyzing budget and expenditure data, producing actionable insights, and collaborating with budget managers.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Analyze complex financial data and trends to support budget development, variance analysis, and institutional reporting
Provide one-on-one training and coaching to budget managers to strengthen financial literacy, enhance understanding of budgeting principles, and improve the effective use of financial data for planning, monitoring, and decision-making
Collaborate with the Director of Budget, Financial Planning & Analysis to prepare annual operating and capital budgets
Support and maintain multi-year financial models to support strategic planning, operating budget forecasting, and long-term sustainability
Provide analytics for institutional initiatives, including new academic programs, facilities planning, resource allocations and realignments
Lead and support special projects, including cost-benefit analyses, benchmarking studies, and scenario planning
Contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies, tools, and best practices
Prepare and post budget adjustment entries in accordance with institutional policies and procedures
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field
At least 4 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or planning
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting
Proficiency with Excel and experience with financial systems
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging
Successful interview
Successful completion of background checks
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or related field)
Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations
Familiarity with fund accounting and institutional budget models
Benefits
Health coverage
Dental
Vision
Generous retirement savings plan contributions
Education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children
Access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes
Recreation and fitness facilities
Libraries
Access to College performances, lectures, and events
Company
Franklin & Marshall College
Located in historic Lancaster, Pa., Franklin & Marshall is a residential undergraduate liberal arts college.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase