Budget Analyst III

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

May 02, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Budget Analyst III
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	SAS - Dean's Office
Overview	The School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni. SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University. The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Budget Analyst III for the School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS) - Dean's Office. Under direction of the Assoc. Director of Budget, the Budget Analyst III will work in the School of Arts & Sciences ( SAS) Deans Office as budget generalist and will be involved in all aspects of the office's operation. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Plans, develops and implements procedures for the effective management of the university's general operating budget as well as performance reporting against same. Participates in the development of the annual Rutgers RCM budget for SAS, the annual budget allocation of resources to all SAS units, analysis of RCM cost metrics and the impact of Central University unit RCM budgets on SAS and SAS departments, periodic forecasting and analytical projects, the collection and analysis of budget and expense related data from internal University sources as well as external sources, as well as other tasks as required for the SAS Deans Office.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	75382.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	93917.00
Annual Maximum Salary	112452.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	A bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices. Five (5) years prior experience working in a financial, accounting or data analysis position.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Excellent computer skills and experience using spreadsheet, charting, and other software tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
Preferred Qualifications	5+ years experience in a University environment preferred. Knowledge of Rutgers University budget and accounting procedures. Knowledge of Tableau, ACL or other data analytics/data visualization tools. Experience with Oracle Cloud General Ledger, PeopleSoft HCM, Hyperion Financial Management systems. Strong writing skills sufficient to draft professional reports and correspondence that is clear and concise. The ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential financial or organizational matters. The ability to respond flexibly and positively in all circumstances, and to work calmly under pressure. The ability and desire to work cooperatively with people from all levels in the University.
Equipment Utilized	University-wide applications including Cornerstone, Peoplesoft and Hyperion resource planning system will be tools used by the incumbent in addition to extensive use of Excel, Access, Tableau and other data management software.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	The position may require additional work hours in the evening and on weekends during peak financial times throughout the fiscal year.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0926
Posting Open Date	05/02/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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