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Budget Analyst
Eastern Illinois University is seeking candidates for a full-time Civil service position of Budget Analyst in the Budget Office. Responsibilities of this position include:
• Assists in developing, preparing, examining, and/or reconciling budget proposals, projections, and/or reports.
• Reviews, reconciles, and processes budget transactions in conformance with applicable laws, regulations, or institutional policies.
• Updates and maintains budget information within the University’s financial management system.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation and execution of budgets across campus.
• Compiles and analyses data; develops summaries or visual aids of financial information for reporting purposes.
• Monitors, research, and/or distributes information regarding departmental budgets.
• Assist the Senior Budget Analyst and performs tasks in their absence.
• Preforms other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
a. Course work in accounting, business administration, finance, statistics, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
• Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
• Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
b. Work experience in budgeting, financial management, or closely related experience.
This position also requires strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, as well as ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize, meet deadlines and balance multiple projects simultaneously. Also, strong organizational, time management skills and attention to detail are a must. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Working knowledge/experience with Crystal Reports, Argos, and Banner is preferred.
The Civil Service Examination for this classification is a credentials assessment. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from qualified applicants.
To apply, please submit application, resume, transcripts, and the names and contact information for three (3) business references online at https://www.eiu.edu/~humanres/application/login.php. Review of applications will begin September 6, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
EIU offers an excellent benefits package, including competitive employee insurance premiums as well as flexible options for medical coverage. Vision insurance is included at no cost and dental insurance is available. Eligible employees participate in the State University Retirement System, which offers medical insurance upon retirement. Tuition waivers are offered for continued educational goals, and a generous paid time off package includes at least 12 paid holidays, earned vacation, and sick time. AA/EEOE