Budget Analyst

The Budget analyst is responsible for requisitioning and reconciling the Neuromuscular section Accounts. This position is responsible for the compilation of financial data as necessary to manage accounts, perform variance analysis, produce timely reports, and project financial sufficiency. The Budget analyst, under general direction, is responsible for providing the most efficient, accurate and secures methods for financial transactions. This position reports to the Section Chief and is an integral member of the Neuromuscular section in the department of Neurology.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Business or related field. Relevant work experience can be substituted on a year for year basis. Minimum of three years of experience in relevant ( GAAP ) accounting methods, mathematical skills, problem solving skills, and proven track record of thoroughness and attention to detail. Proficient in use of PeopleSoft, Market center, KU endowment accounting program to reconcile various accounts and advanced skills in MS Excel spreadsheet development.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of college level coursework in accounting. Accounting and/or finance experience in a higher education setting. Experience with PeopleSoft financials, HR, and payroll systems.

Environment

Office

Physical Requirements

Light

Probation Status

Subject to the regulations of the State of Kansas, the Board of Regents and the University of Kansas Medical Center, I understand and agree that I may be subject to a probation period and during the probation period I serve at the pleasure of the Executive Vice Chancellor of KUMC and my employment may be ended at any time during that period.

Hiring Range

48,000 – 60,000

EEO Statement

KU Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

The Budget Analyst preforms variance analysis, reconciles accounts, and projects year-end financial sufficiency. The budget analyst works directly with vendors to correct variances in charges to ensure integrity of payments. The budget analyst also works directly with internal as well as external customers to ensure timely payments for services provided by Neuromuscular program. The budget analyst provides monthly standard management reports and ad-hoc reports to the section chief and also the senior administrator of the department. The budget analyst provides unique management reports for each job on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly base.

Description of Job Duty

Responsible for the requisitioning and reconciliation of financial accounts. The budget analyst compiles financial transactions necessary to reconcile variance accounts. The budget analyst preforms variance analysis, reconciles accounts, and projects year-end financial sufficiency. The budget analyst provides ad hoc and standard management reports. The budget analyst documents encumbrances and expenditures in accordance with University and School requirements.

Description of Job Duty

Responsible for the requisitioning and reconciliation of Endowment Accounts for the neuromuscular program.The budget analyst documents encumbrances and expenditures in accordance with University, and KUEA requirements.

Description of Job Duty

The budget analyst maintains all transactions. The budget analyst reconciles accounts and provides ad hoc and standard management reports.

Description of Job Duty

Other duties as assigned