Student Housing Budget Analyst - Hybrid Position

The Student Housing Office is an auxiliary unit within the Student Affairs Division. This position is a part of the Administration & Operations Team within the Student Housing Office. The Student Housing Budget Analyst tracks departmental revenue and expenses, generates reports via budget tracking processes and systems, and provides departmental and divisional leadership with analysis of fiscal data. This role involves administrative tasks, problem-solving, and collaboration with various departments.

• Assists the Associate Director of Administration and Operations in the development of Student Housing's overall departmental budget document, and at the departmental level, provides advice and analysis to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental spending.

• Assists the Associate Director of Administration and Operations in the creation and further development of the revenue guide, budget preparation guide, budget policies and procedures instructions, and other documents as needed.

• Creates monthly variance reporting to all Student Housing departmental P-card holders.

• Assists Student Affairs Business Manager and Associate Director of Administration and Operations by conducting surveys, research, data analysis, cost-benefit analyses, and expenditure and revenue forecasting.

• Assists with projecting future Student Housing departmental financial needs and collaborates with Associate Director of Administration and Operations, Student Affairs Business Manager, and other management personnel to prepare long-term financial plans and other budget and financial reports.

• Makes recommendations to improve the Student Housing department's fiscal efficiency based on interpretation and organization of financial information.

• Presents budget analysis and recommendations to Student Housing departmental leadership and Student Affairs Business Manager at the beginning of each budgetary cycle.

• Develops, organizes, and maintains files, documents, and materials relating to budgetary practices according to organizational policies.

• Assists in the execution of transactions within the integrated budget, accounting, and purchasing system (Workday), which may include purchase requisitions, contract payment vouchers, budget data entry, and appropriation revisions.

• Oversees and compares Student Housing departmental expenditures to original budget.

• Attends and actively participates in committees, professional groups, and seminars to stay current regarding new developments and trends in budgeting and finance.

• Provides information and answers to university departments regarding budgets, forecasts, surveys, financial trends, and other requested data.

• Performs other fiscal and budget-related duties as assigned or requested.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically, a bachelor's degree in finance, budgeting, accounting, or related field. Master's degree is preferred. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

• At minimum 3 years of experience involving the analytical research and reporting of complex financial data or any combination of relevant experience and education.

• Experience working in a higher education, student housing operations or similar environment preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in financial/accounting software (Workday), Smartsheet, Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Thorough understanding of accounting and budgeting principles and practices, statistical methodology, generally accepted accounting principles, and generally accepted auditing standards.

• Thorough understanding of the principles of financial analysis and economics.

• Basic understanding of and ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis.

• Ability to skillfully perform detailed statistical analyses of budget activities.

• Ability to prepare and present clear, concise administrative and financial reports.

• Ability to work independently and complete work on schedule.

• Ability to interpret financial data contained in reports and ledgers.

• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with various employees, vendors, stakeholders, and other interested personnel.

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Staff Regular

Salary range

$66,560.00 - $75,200.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)