Student Affairs & Strategic Enrollment Management Budget Analyst Job Bakersfield area,California USA,Finance & Banking

CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II

UNION CODE

R09

TEMPORARY END DATE

This position is temporary and ends on or before June 30, 2027.

FULL‑TIME/PART‑TIME

Full‑time

PAY PLAN

12‑month

WORKPLACE TYPE

On‑site (work in‑person at business location)

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE

Step 1 $ 5,797 – Step 4 $ 6,151

Offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE

$5,797 – $8,445

PAY BASIS

Monthly

BENEFITS

CSUB offers an extensive benefit package that includes medical plans, dental options, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year and more. See our benefits website for additional information.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY

Open to all qualified applicants.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the general direction of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management (VP SASEM) and in coordination with the Director of Budgeting, Accounting & Reporting Services, Athletics, Student Affairs & SEM, the Student Affairs & Strategic Enrollment Management Budget Analyst serves as the lead financial and administrative analyst for the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management (SASEM).

The incumbent provides strategic guidance in divisional budget planning, financial forecasting, and resource allocation to support organizational priorities and student success initiatives.

The position is responsible for the analysis, development, and evaluation of complex financial models, budget strategies, and administrative processes with broad divisional impact. The incumbent independently assesses financial risks, develops recommendations that influence executive decision‑making, and ensures alignment of financial practices with campus, CSU, and regulatory requirements.

In addition, the SASEM Budget Analyst serves as a key advisor to divisional leadership in contributing to the development of financial planning efforts and budgetary policies and procedures, coordinating across departments to implement effective, sustainable fiscal strategies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SASEM Divisional Budget Planning & Analysis

Serve as a key advisor to the strategic development, coordination, and implementation of the annual divisional budget, in collaboration with the Director of Budgeting, Accounting & Reporting Services, Athletics, Student Affairs & SEM and campus Budget Office.

Independently perform complex financial analysis, research, forecasting and budget development, including coordination and communication with departments and leadership within the Division, to develop recommendations that inform executive‑level decisions on resource allocation and program funding.

Evaluate the financial impact of proposed initiatives, organizational changes, and policy decisions, and present recommendations to divisional leadership.

Establish and implement budget monitoring frameworks to proactively identify risks, variances, and emerging financial issues, and develop corrective strategies.

Independently prepare financial reports using CFS and Data Warehouse.

Ensure compliance with CSU, campus, and state regulations while interpreting policies and determining appropriate application in complex or ambiguous situations related to financial transactions.

Respond to internal requests for budget information and ensure timely submission of required reports.

Serve as a resource for division staff providing consultative guidance on budgetary processes and procedures.

Facilitate and assist with administrative planning, Human Resources related tasks, and allocation and coordination of budgetary and physical resources.

Contribute to the development of SASEM budgetary operating procedures and budget reports to enhance transparency, consistency, and effectiveness.

Oversee and approve complex financial transactions, including interdepartmental and interdivisional funding allocations.

Interpret and follow guidelines for service contracts involving revenue. Track and reconcile funds received and work with contracted areas to resolve any…