University of Michigan · 5 hours ago
Budget Analyst Intermediate
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Michigan is a premier public research university committed to serving the people of Michigan and the world. They are seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Office of Enrollment Management by preparing budgets, developing management reports, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and validate accuracy of budget and financial data for the Division of Enrollment Management to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Maintain divisional budget and financial databases and documentation
Develop and analyze financial reports - budget to actual, variance reporting, forecasts, and trend analysis
Maintain financial structures including account set up/close-out, journal entries, budget allocations, commitment tracking, payroll validating, and year-end accounting processes
Partner with the U-M Shared Services Center to correct inconsistencies, complete journal entries, and submit vouchers for payment of services, ensuring timely and accurate financial processing
Help with the annual budget submission including development of content and providing financial data, as well as preparing ad hoc reports and projections
Review expenditures to ensure conformance to budgetary limitations
Submit, audit and approve expenses following University and OEM standard practice guidelines
Liaison with U-M Procurement Office for contracts and purchases. Advise unit administrative staff and other team members on procurement policies
Provide mentorship and training to unit administrative assistants on financial matters
Facilitate communications and financial administrative system access as the backup OEM Financial Unit Liaison (UL). Help plan and adjust for changes
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices ensuring that financial reports meet the evolving needs of the business and support informed decision making
Develop, implement, and maintain financial reconciliation processes to strengthen fiscal oversight and ensure effective tracking of OEM funds
Serve as point of contact for OEM merchant accounts, ensuring all accounts adhere to PCI compliance standards through regular monitoring and completion of the PCI questionnaire
Assist with OEM-wide programs and special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Three years of progressively responsible professional experience, with an understanding of accounting and financial principles
Demonstrated ability to develop recommendations and communicate findings by translating data into useful management information
Demonstrated attention to detail and financial accuracy in producing reports within established timelines
Working knowledge to apply fundamental financial concepts and practices to business processes
Possess technical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as formulas and pivot tables
Experience with data querying software, ability to use existing queries and develop/write new reports
Preferred
Experience with Business Objects reporting and queries
Working knowledge of U-M financial software and systems (e.g., M-Pathways, Emburse)
Benefits
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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