Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Budget Analyst III (Multiple Vacancies)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department	SAS - Dean's Office
Overview	The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) at Rutgers University is the largest academic unit of the University and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning humanities, social, physical and life sciences and over 100 different majors, plus programs, centers, bureaus and institutes. SAS has a membership of over 2,000 permanent and temporary faculty (instructional and research), teaching and graduate assistants, part-time lecturers, and post-doctoral appointees, and over 500 administrative staff. Arts and Sciences delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and service missions of the School. We are committed to providing academic departments, programs, and centers in the School of Arts and Sciences with reliable and trusted service, clear policies and procedures, innovative technologies, and a commitment to administrative excellence and efficiency. 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 SAS- Deans Office as budget generalist and will be involved in all aspects of the office’s operation. The SAS Deans Office Finance and Budget Planning unit is the SAS office responsible for planning, developing, and implementing procedures for the effective management of the university’s general operating budget as well as performance reporting against same. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Participation 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. Maintains SAS-wide financial, budget and statistical data. Material datasets include tuition revenue, student demographic, HCM payroll and SAS-wide expense data, among others. Ensures consistency and integrity of data utilized in financial reporting and analysis. Actively utilizes data, recordkeeping and analytical tools (both University and SAS) to analyze the allocation of limited resources between SAS and operating units. Assists in the development of periodic reporting methods against which to measure fiscal performance and ensure consistent financial oversight and communication between units and SAS Deans Office senior leadership. Provides budget and actual expense analyses of various accounts including state, nonstate, grant, gift and endowments.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	67500.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	84097.000
Annual Maximum Salary	100694.000
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	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. A minimum of five 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. 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.
Preferred Qualifications	Five years’ experience in a university environment preferred. Knowledge of Rutgers University budget and accounting procedures preferred. Knowledge of Tableau, ACL or other data analytics/data visualization tools preferred. Experience with Oracle Cloud General Ledger, PeopleSoft HCM, Hyperion Financial Management systems preferred.
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	Multiple vacancies.

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST0495
Posting Open Date	02/28/2023
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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