Budget Analyst,Sr

Position Title: Budget Analyst,Sr

Employee Classification: Budget Analyst,Sr

College/Division: Administration and Finance

Department: 530050-BUDGET OFFICE

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable): This position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $59,965.78 - $92,946.13

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary:We are excited for you to join the Budget Office Team! This position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, allowing a combination of both remote and on-site work. This arrangement provides the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of remote work while still engaging with the team and supporting in-person activities as needed. Specific details regarding the hybrid schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

Classification Summary:

Provides overview, coordination, and assistance in the development, implementation, and management of the University budget, applying fundamental budgetary concepts, practices, and procedures. Participates in the University's financial planning and debt financing.

Classification Standard Duties:

Prepares formal budget documents, revenue and expense projections, final reports, and other specialized financial reports and analyses for officers of the institution and outside funding agencies. Analyzes proposed and final funding legislation; analyzes all components of the instruction and general formula calculations for the university in coordination with the state funding units. Participates in financial planning committees of the institution and participates in recommendations to upgrade the financial reporting and budgeting systems. Assists with university long-term debt financing issues; develops cash flow analysis for debt funding considerations ensures that payments for outstanding bonds are made on a timely basis. Reviews, approves, and formalizes for final approval, budget revision requests to the Regents and the state of New Mexico, and coordinates the audited financial statement of the institution with the formal Higher Education Department budget documents.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Re
quired Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of legislative budget process. Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures. Fund accounting and budget experience in higher education. Knowledge of state higher education four-year funding formula and HED policies and procedures. Knowledge of short- and long-term debt financing of capital projects.; SKILLS:Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.; ABILITIES:Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections. Ability to analyze funding legislation and components of I and G formula calculations. Ability to analyze budgetary expenditures for compliance with approved budget. Ability to serve on committees which develop accounting policies and procedures. Knowledge of software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections. Ability to assist with developing mainframe computing systems for accounting and budgeting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job duties include budget forecasting, development, preparation, and review. Position control budgeting. Development of various reports and analysis for internal and external requirements. Support budgeting software maintenance, training, and development.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact: Dennis Amador, damador@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico's land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico's 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated "on the hill" above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement

NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.