USO Budget Analyst

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.

The Office of Fiscal Affairs is now accepting applications for a Budget Analyst. This is a professional level position that performs data and policy analysis for budgetary and financial matters. This position supports the primary goals of the USO Budget Office by:

Providing timely, accurate, and actionable information to decision-makers;

Providing professional guidance and support to budget managers and administrative staff across the USG; and

Providing oversight to ensure compliance with policy and procedure.

This position reports directly to the USO Budget Director.

Supports USO Budget Director in the day-to-day duties of the University System Office budget process.

Monitors and tracks departmental budgets, identifies problems, and take corrective action.

Processes budget journals for amendments and adjustments throughout the fiscal year.

Corrects failed budget errors in PeopleSoft Financials.

Develops financial projections and models.

Creates budget reports for department managers.

Supports position management: monitors and tracks personnel budget, identifies problems, initiates corrective action and follow-up in OneUSG Connect.

Administrative workflow guidance; coordinates with administrative staff to ensure transmission and adoption of changes/updates in processes and procedures; develops and maintains administrative workflow procedures processes.

Researches, reviews, analyzes, interprets, and reports a variety of data and information.

Develops a variety of regular and special reports.

Assists with special projects as assigned.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required with a minimum of three years related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in fiscal or business operations within an institution of the University System of Georgia.

Master's degree preferred with over three years of related program management experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience using PeopleSoft Financials within an institution of higher education.

Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures.

Knowledge of best practices in higher education management.

Knowledge of computers and financial software programs.

Skill in written communication to executive and subject matter experts.

Skill in collaborating with multiple constituents.

Skill in decision making and problem solving.

Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Ability to work closely with members of a team.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.

The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.

Based on the duties and responsibilities associated with this position, a credit check is required and will be conducted under the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.