Budget Analyst

Position Summary

The Budget Office is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the university's budgetary functions. Primary responsibilities include overseeing the budget submission process for the university community and preparing detailed reports for the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), the Legislature, and other external agencies. This role is also responsible for maintaining, analyzing, and generating reports related to the university's budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in developing, preparing, examining, and/or reconciling budget proposals, projections, and/or reports.
• Reviews, reconciles, and processes budget transactions in conformance with applicable laws, regulations, or institutional policies.
• Updates and maintains budget information within the University’s financial management system.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation and execution of budgets across campus.
• Compiles and analyses data; develops summaries or visual aids of financial information for reporting purposes.
• Monitors, research, and/or distributes information regarding departmental budgets.
• Assist the Senior Budget Analyst and performs tasks in their absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
  A. Course work in accounting, business administration, finance, statistics, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
  • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
  • Associate’s degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
  • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
  • Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

B. Work experience in budgeting, financial management, or closely related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, time management skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Working Knowledge/experience with Crystal Reports, Argos, and Banner.

Work Hours

The core work hours of this position are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Salary: $21.50 - $28.21/hour; final rate will be commensurate with experience.

Application Deadline: February 19, 2025.

The Civil Service Examination for this classification is a credentials assessment. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from qualified applicants.

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Benefits Overview:

Eastern Illinois University is proud to offer an excellent benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and career goals.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Competitive employee insurance premiums with flexible plan options.
• Vision Insurance: Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost.
• Dental Insurance: Dental plans available to meet your needs.
• Retirement Benefits: Participation in the State University Retirement System, which includes medical insurance benefits upon retirement.
• Tuition Waivers: Opportunities to pursue educational goals through tuition waivers for employees and dependent children.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 12 paid holidays annually, plus earned vacation and sick time.

For more information on our employee benefit programs for this specific position class, please visit https://www.eiu.edu/humanres/benefits/newemployees.php

Diversity and Inclusion: Eastern Illinois University is committed to fostering a learning community where all members feel welcomed and valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life, and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value of our students, faculty, and staff. Every member of campus has the right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois University.

The University and Community: Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich, tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. A traditional regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualized attention and superior student relationships and has earned recognition as the highest- ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwest’s top public regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report. Eastern offers faculty a wide range of research and public service activities. EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and active research opportunities for its students to enjoy and to thrive. EIU has become recognized for providing the resources of a large institution while creating the kinds of individual relationships that support student and alumni success.

The University is located in East Central Illinois, combines the benefits of a community of 20,000 with access to several large cities, including Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.

Important Information for Applicants:

Eastern Illinois University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application and/or interview process. If would like to request assistance with the application/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (217) 581-3911 or eiu_employment@eiu.edu for assistance.