SENIOR BUDGET Analyst, Budget and Planning

Senior Budget Analyst, Budget and Planning

BOSTON, MA, United States

Full‑Time/Regular Position.

Salary Grade 48 (Minimum $70,000, Maximum $85,000).

• Compiles and reviews budgets for corporate or organizational units using actual performance, previous budget figures, estimated revenue, expense reports, and other data sources to control funds and provide for proper financial administration.
• Prepares financial plans, monitors the implementation of financial policies, prepares complex reports, maintains historical records, analyzes trends, and establishes forecasts.
• Recommends and interprets a wide range of budgetary policies and procedures.
• Maintains and analyzes records of actual costs against budgeted funds and determines rationale for variances between costs and budget.
• May assist in training entry‑level employees.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Budget & Planning, Financial Affairs, and other key stakeholders across the university to conduct scenario and sensitivity planning in support of strategic decision‑making under varying market and operational conditions.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of work experience, preferably in a university environment.
• Deep understanding of GAAP and other regulatory standards required for the higher education industry.
• Experience creating comprehensive board‑level presentations and reporting packages (PowerPoint proficiency).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to run, interpret, and summarize complex data sets utilizing BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Excel advanced skills).
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence across functions without direct authority.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize routine tasks and ad‑hoc requests.
• Familiarity with SAP.

• Advanced degree (MBA, CPA) preferred.

• Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off, as well as potential remote working arrangements. Full‑time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
• We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.