Senior Budget Analyst

Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title: Business Services Senior Professional
Working Title: Senior Budget Analyst
FTE: Full-time
Salary Range: $76,638 - $81,422
Position #00794299- Requisition #38034

About the University of Colorado - Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We're the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top ranked bachelors, master's, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.

Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
Join the University of Colorado Denver as a Senior Budget Analyst and be a key player in our budget team!

As a Senior Budget Analyst, you will support the campus budget and planning operations efficiently and effectively. Reporting to the Assistant Budget Director, you will work closely with various stakeholders, including campus administration, operating units, employee groups, the public, and other higher education institutions. This is a full-time, at-will position in the Budget Office.

At CU Denver, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to supporting the university's mission through effective budget management. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our campus community.

Senior Budget Analyst
What you will do:
* Work with administration units to provide comprehensive financial summaries, including budget projections and funding details.
* Conduct regular meetings to discuss finance issues, spending trends, strategic planning, and upcoming deliverables.
* Collaborate with other analysts to create and update Cognos and Tableau reporting tools for budget monitoring.
* Partner with leadership to develop the annual budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
* Assist in reconciling the annual CU Denver operating budget in collaboration with the Anschutz team, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
* Provide rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses of major issues, communicating results and recommendations to leadership.
* Collect and query financial data from various sources to develop and review business intelligence models.
* Assist in preparing the annual University of Colorado Denver Budget Data document for state General Fund support.
* Help develop the annual budget process in the budgeting system, including system testing and guide creation.
* Develop materials, reports, schedules, charts, and graphs for management meetings and retreats.
* Review departmental budget changes for compliance and reasonableness, ensuring proper preparation before approval.
* Respond to information requests from the President's Office, auditors, administration, and outside agencies by compiling and analyzing data.
* Process funding changes per payroll deadlines as needed.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
* A bachelor's degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, or directly related field from an accredited institution.
* Two years of progressively responsible finance or budget related experience

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
* Four years of progressively responsible finance or budget related experience
* PeopleSoft or other financial system experience.
* Four years of progressively responsible finance or budget related experience in a higher education setting.
* Experience with CU-specific systems (CU-Data, PeopleSoft Finance, Concur, and Marketplace)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
* Outstanding customer service skills.
* Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
* Knowledge of accounting and budgeting processes.
* Demonstrated competence in the use of MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel and MS Access, for spreadsheets, statistical analysis, graphics, and decision support.
* Analytical skills including the ability to apply math (algebra) skills, analyze implications of changes in methods, input data, policies, etc.
* Able to analyze and interpret financial data by using spreadsheets, databases, and modeling applications.
* Understanding of higher education policies and issues.
* Understanding of relational database concepts and queries.

Conditions of Employment
* This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
* COMPILING - Gathering, collating, or classifying information about data, people, or things. Reporting and/or carrying out a prescribed action in relation to the evaluation is frequently involved.
* COORDINATING - Determining time, place, and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data. May include prioritizing multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously.
* COMMUNICATING - Talking with and/or listening to and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, includes giving/receiving assignments and/or directions.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu .

Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $76,638 - $81,422.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by 10/31/2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
* A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
* A current CV/resume
* List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Tawnya Boulier, tawnya.boulier@ucdenver.edu

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.