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Western Kentucky University Analyst, Budget in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Wed Jul 3 2024 Job Description:
Purpose of Position
The Budget Analyst Position reports to the Executive Budget Director. The purpose of the position is to assist the Director in developing, implementing and monitoring the University budget to ensure excellent stewardship of University funds.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.
Assist in developing the annual University budget
Prepare and review revenue projections
Reconcile position data for new budget development
Review labor planning files in Axiom
Prepare and administer daily budget monitoring during budget development
Prepare documents and graphs for budget book
Assist in developing the biennial budget
Oversight of electronic budget transfers
Assist specific divisions with their annual operating budget
Prepare and submit annual FD forms required by CPE
Assist with budget vs actual monitoring reports
Perform financial analyses on an as needed basis for management decision making
Provide data to external sources upon request
Knowledge and Skills Required
Proficiency with common computer applications including Word, Excel, Power Point
Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail
Effectively communicate both verbally and in written format
Ability to work on simultaneous projects while meeting deadlines
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $45,000 - $52,000
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
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