Budget Analyst

Butler Community College is an equal opportunity employer.

Budget Analyst

Butler Community College is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Budget Analyst to lead and support college-wide budgeting, financial planning, and analysis efforts. The Budget Analyst is responsible for developing and managing the institution’s annual operating budget by working closely with departments across campus.

The Budget Analyst plays a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and transparency, assisting with the preparation of the college’s legal budget and coordination with external agencies. This position also contributes to strategic decision-making by providing financial analysis for programs and projects, helping leadership understand the financial impact of institutional initiatives.

In addition to core budgeting functions, this role supports administrative priorities such as developing tuition and fee recommendations, implementing financial controls, and managing auxiliary budgets—including student housing, food service, and bookstore operations. The Budget Analyst also collaborates on special projects, chairs budget committees, and partners with departments to deliver meaningful financial insights.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to the long-term financial health and success of an educational institution.

• Generous employer contribution toward health/dental insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid LTD insurance
• KPERS retirement
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, professional and holidays – including time off during spring break and winter break)
• Butler tuition exemption (self and immediate family)
• Supplemental insurance coverages (employee paid)

Campus Locations

Full Time

Commensurate with education and experience. $54,000 - $81,800, DOQ

Required knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge and experience with the budget process and preparations.
• Strong computer experience, including spreadsheet and database applications.
• Competency in practical applications of generally accepted accounting principles of fund accounting for colleges and governmental entities.
• Knowledge of Kansas Statutes pertaining to the accounting and the internal controls required for community colleges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Required experience:

• Substantial experience with accounting systems, cash receipting, financial analysis and establishment of financial controls.
• Substantial experience in a position demonstrating excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Experience with continuous quality improvement preferred.

Required educational background:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, business administration or related business field is required.

We regret that the College is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status.

06/04/2026