Budget Analyst II

Budget Analyst II

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Director, Budget Operations, the Budget Analyst II works collaboratively within the University's Budget Office to assist with the preparation, tracking, analyzing, projecting, and reporting of the University's annual $1 Billion budget. This position will assist with special projects and analyses in the context of budget planning and monitoring, strategic planning, capital planning, and fundraising initiatives. The Budget Office, reports to the Associate Vice President for Budget & Fiscal Analysis and prepares information for the President, Provost, Executive Vice President of Operations, Finance & Support, the Chief Financial Officer and Board of Trustees as well as other senior leadership. The Budget Office also serves as the resource for university budget managers to understand and plan for their operating budget activity.

Workplace Requirements :

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combing both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Two days on campus and three days remote, except during budget season, when increased on-campus presence is required. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

Salary : $63,100 to $82,500 annually

Exempt (salaried positions under FLSA are not eligible to overtime)

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree
• Two or more (2+) years of experience in budget analysis, budget preparation, forecasting, and reporting
• Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet (including pivot tables), presentation, and database software

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