Budget Analyst

Overview

Supports the Budget Director in the preparation of the annual budget, assists in the development of training for budget managers, monitors budgets for sufficient funds, oversees student and club budgets, maintains the institution's budget in the Workday system, oversees adjunct budgets and contracts, and prepares required reports.

• Assist with the development of the annual budget
• Complete the Budget Data Book and distribute to required entities
• Prepare Annual CHHE Tuition and Fee Survey, Administrative Salary Survey, and other State Reports as needed
• Compile, review, and report Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Financial Survey
• Maintain the budget request submission process, formatting and disbursing to E-team

• Monitor insufficient fund notifications and follow up with appropriate departments
• Oversee all club, trust, and agency accounts and assist with budget monitoring
• Track and allocate expenses such as adjuncts, summer instruction, and others as needed
• Approve part‑time/temporary staffing as part of budget management
• Input budget transfers

• Primary contact for the budget office, assisting departments with guidance on budgets, Workday, and related issues
• Work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies

• Analyze and test software system upgrades
• Review payroll transactions and reports for proper payment and accounting of salary and benefits
• Maintain the Budget Office website
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the department

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Four years of demonstrated experience in budgeting and forecasting, preferably within higher education
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Respectful, civil, and courteous professional demeanor with conflict management skills

On‑site in Alamosa, CO

The salary range for this position is $57,400–$68,900. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.

Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status. The university complies with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity.

Applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final. Background checks are required and will be confidential in accordance with law.