Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Assists in the preparation of operating budgets. Develops, analyzes, and presents timely and accurate data and information to be used in fiscal planning, budget decision making, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years of related experience; basic understanding of accounting principles, analytical techniques, and statistical methods; working knowledge of spreadsheet applications; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

A familiarity with maintaining and updating computerized databases and experience in higher education financial areas is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Assists Budget and Resource Planning personnel in defining the content and scope of budget and resource projects and assignments.
2. Utilizes statistical methods and computerized models to organize and analyze issues and information.
3. Collects and analyzes data and evaluates alternatives; prepares and distributes reports on research results for review.
4. Prepares statistical/ financial studies and cost/ income forecasts that are used in addressing issues that have budgetary impact.
5. Assists in the preparation and analysis of the department's annual operating budget.
6. Assists in the maintenance of the budget system and budget database.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.