Sr Budget Analyst

Posting Number : 2026024

Posting / Functional Title :

Sr Budget Analyst

University Pay Plan Title :

Sr Budget Analyst

Location : San Marcos

Department :

Budgeting and Financial Analysis

Recruitment Type : Open Recruiting

Job Type : Full-Time

Funding Source : Permanent

Monthly Salary :

$5,481+ commensurate with experience

Job Category : Exempt

Required Qualifications : Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position. :

• 1+ years experience with ALTERYX software suite.
• Experience working with complex data sets to produce complex financial analysis and projections.
• Experience interpreting and communicating results of data analyses.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills needed to complete complex tasks.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including but not limited to, Excel and the ability to work with large data sets using intermediate to advanced spreadsheet skills.
• Experience balancing and reconciling, calculating variances and percentages.

Preferred Qualifications :

Job Description :

The Office of Budget and Financial Analysis is seeking a dynamic candidate to provide general, operational, and analytical support for the budget office, serving both campus and the senior leadership team.

This position will be responsible for the support and development of advanced financial models, workflows, and apps using Excel, Alteryx, SQL or other analytic tools as they relate to HR, Finance, Budget, and Enrollment data.

Primary focus for this position will be assisting with the building and analysis of various budget models as the university seeks to explore a budget model redesign. Support would include data extraction, query building, data management, data analysis, and dashboard reporting.

Furthermore, as a member of a collaborative team this position will also be responsible for performing routine day-to-day budget activities; providing quality customer service to account managers and their assistants. In addition, this position will be asked to prepare a variety of ad hoc financial queries, reports, and schedules; providing accurate information to senior leadership for enhanced decision making.

Job Duties :

Additional Information to Applicants :

This is not a remote work position.

Job Open Date : 09 / 17 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Normal Work Days :

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start :

8 : 00AM

Normal Work Hours End :

5 : 00PM

Legal and Required Notices :

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.

Why Choose Texas State University? :

Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a jobits a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, youll enjoy :

Exceptional Benefits : Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.

Generous Time Off : Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Wellness and Balance : Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.

Professional Growth : Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.

Welcoming Campus : Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks. Tuition Benefits : Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.

Retirement Security : Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, youre not just an employeeyoure a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https : / / www.hr.txst.edu / benefits.html

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