Budget Planning Analyst, Budget Planning & Analysis

Budget Planning Analyst, Budget Planning & Analysis
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Budget Planning Analyst, Budget Planning & Analysis at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
Job Purpose
Supports the University's strategic planning and decision making by transforming data into insights that drive organizational performance through the development and distribution of Business Intelligence reporting and dashboards. Coordinate and lead in the preparation, development, and implementation of the University budget by compiling data and performing complex analysis and interpretation of fiscal data for budget control and forecasting purposes. This role reports to the Assistant Vice President, Budget and Planning.
Essential Functions
Assist in the daily operations of the department. Compile and provide data for use in the preparation of fiscal projections and related reports. Apply formula and models and provide information for scheduled reports and special projects as requested. May be required to develop and modify models to provide current, relevant data and to research standards and measures to make recommendations regarding the appropriate use of resources.
Provide assistance to administrators in the interpretation and implementation of budgetary policy and procedures to ensure compliance with established University controls. Serve as a liaison by advising on budgetary matters and reviewing and processing exceptions to budget procedures.
Identify and interpret sources of relevant data for use in budget formula calculations and comparisons. May be required to perform in-depth analysis, on a project basis, of unique problems and developments which arise or are assigned during the fiscal year to provide budget recommendations, justifications and projections or a re-examination of existing methodology used for current budget development.
May be required to develop, recommend and modify budget policies and procedures to improve the ability of departments to more efficiently administer the allocation of finite resources. This could include the analysis of the effect of proposed changes, the preparation of recommendations to, and the notification of, those affected by the change.
Compile and provide information and data regarding budget and account activities, personnel rosters and budget documents. Monitor and reconcile budgets, accounts and rosters and review related activities for compliance with established policy and procedure.
Develop and conduct presentations in support of budgetary analysis and provide recommendations. Research and respond to inquiries and develop issue statements. Participate in various special projects that require compiling and analyzing data for report preparation.
Assist in processing AAUP-AFT bargaining unit members' mass salary budget increases.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
WORK CONTEXT
Job Reports to: Assistant VP.
Leadership Accountability: Implements operating plans.
Organizational Accountability: Manages work group within a sub-unit of a department.
Customer Accountability: Interfaces with customers inside the S/C/D.
Freedom to Act: Subject to general input from supervisor.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree.
Additional Education Information
Major coursework in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
Experience
Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience).
Additional Experience Information
Preferred, minimum 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience as budget analyst or accountant with responsibility for budget and program analysis, utilization of computerized accounting systems, and preparation of spreadsheets, graphic packages and data analysis. Knowledge and experience with Banner Finance and Banner Student or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Analytical skills - Must be able to work independently with strong problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Organizational skills - Excellent ability to prioritize work assignments to meet deadlines.
Technical knowledge - Strong understanding of financial systems and financial data flows. Knowledge of accounting principles and budget practices. Knowledge of University policies and procedures is necessary.
Data management skills including the ability to analyze, synthesize, and graphically represent data to diverse audiences in support of decision-making. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability and willingness to reevaluate and improve analytical and reporting activities.
Knowledge of reporting analytics solutions (i.e., Cognos Analytics, Power BI, Tableau, MS Excel). Expert knowledge of data extraction methodologies for reporting and dashboard development. Proficient with associated computer languages, applications and programs (i.e., TOAD, MS Excel, SQL, Python, Oracle Functions/Procedures, etc.).
Understanding of cutting-edge methods of data management and analysis across a large, complex institution. Proficiency with query language and statistical software.
Resourceful and able to participate in problem solving matters to accomplish a common task or program. Assist in the design and delivery of data visualizations to support internal teams and external customers.
General knowledge of data collection and analysis techniques. Strong understanding of data sources, database design, and development logic and constructs especially as related to data warehouse technology. Able to download, merge, manipulate, analyze and report on large amounts of complex data.
Ability to produce consistent quality work and meet established deadlines with strong attention to detail and follow-up on each task and assignment.
Communications - Effective, professional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate information to and with executives and external officials. Writes clearly and informatively.
Computer skills - Proficient in Microsoft office, spreadsheets/databases, and financial/human resource computer systems.
Interpersonal skills - Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
School/College/Division:
H82 - Fiscal Operations
Primary department:
H7501
Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary

Working conditions:
Works in a normal working environment.
Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal employment opportunity statement:
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.