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Budget and Financial Analyst
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Position Number: 5649801
Location: St. Thomas, VI
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Budget and Financial Analyst

University of the Virgin Islands

Position Details

Classification Information

Classification Description: Professional

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Information

Position Title: Budget and Financial Analyst

Position Number: 120745

Department: President's Office

Job Description

1. Under direction, responsible for monitoring the budgets of the Office of the President and Component by reviewing financial reports, tracking expenses, and assisting with budget planning to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
2. Assist with the development of annual and multi-year budgets, working closely with senior leadership to align financial resources with strategic goals.
3. Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights into budget performance, variances, and trends.
4. Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
5. Provide forecasts to help guide long-term financial planning and resource allocation.
6. Manage the payment of bills and invoices for the Office and process purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate processing. Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to resolve any billing issues.
7. Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll for the Office.
8. Oversee document management and filing systems for financial records.
9. Monitor and manage grants and other general and restricted funds to ensure proper allocation and reporting.
10. Monitor and report on the financial aspects of strategic plan implementation.
11. Manage special projects as assigned for the Office of the President.
12. Provide administrative support to the Executive Director for and on behalf of the Foundation for the University of the Virgin Islands, including preparing correspondence and reports, maintaining accurate records, and serving as the recorder for the Board and related meetings to include preparing meeting agendas and taking meeting minutes to ensure accurate documentation of discussions and decisions.
13. Prepares for the Foundation's financial audits and completion of the interim and annual audited financial reports in collaboration with consulting accountants.
14. Work collaboratively with others across the institution and with the Office's team on key initiatives and special events.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree preferred
5+ years of experience in financial analysis or accounting and administrative support experience
Knowledge of higher education financial management practices and regulations preferred but not required

Physical Demands

Must be able to travel for meetings, conferences, and training.
Must be self-motivated.
Must have the ability to be composed at all times.
Must have to ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time.
Work environment: The noise level in the work environment will be moderate.

Posting Details

Posting Number: S405

Location: St. Thomas

Position Type: Full Time

Number of Vacancies- part time: 1

Posted Salary: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00

Advertised Job Duties

1. Under direction, responsible for monitoring the budgets of the Office of the President and Component by reviewing financial reports, tracking expenses, and assisting with budget planning to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
2. Assist with the development of annual and multi-year budgets, working closely with senior leadership to align financial resources with strategic goals.
3. Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights into budget performance, variances, and trends.
4. Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
5. Provide forecasts to help guide long-term financial planning and resource allocation.
6. Manage the payment of bills and invoices for the Office and process purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate processing. Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to resolve any billing issues.
7. Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll for the Office.
8. Oversee document management and filing systems for financial records.
9. Monitor and manage grants and other general and restricted funds to ensure proper allocation and reporting.
10. Monitor and report on the financial aspects of strategic plan implementation.
11. Manage special projects as assigned for the Office of the President.
12. Provide administrative support to the Executive Director for and on behalf of the Foundation for the University of the Virgin Islands, including preparing correspondence and reports, maintaining accurate records, and serving as the recorder for the Board and related meetings to include preparing meeting agendas and taking meeting minutes to ensure accurate documentation of discussions and decisions.
13. Prepares for the Foundation's financial audits and completion of the interim and annual audited financial reports in collaboration with consulting accountants.
14. Work collaboratively with others across the institution and with the Office's team on key initiatives and special events.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Open Date: 09/09/2024

Close Date: 10/31/2024

Special Instructions to Applicant

Email is the preferred method of communicating with applicants at the University of Virgin Islands. You will be required to supply your email address during the application process.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment should contact the Human Resources Office at (340)693-1410.

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Internal or Externally Advertised? External

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document

To apply, visit https://careers.uvi.edu/postings/7607