Financial and Budget Analyst

Under the direction of the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) for Intercollegiate Athletics, the Financial and Budget Analyst independently performs complex financial, budgetary, and compliance analysis for the Athletics Department. The Analyst applies advanced problem-solving skills to support long-range financial planning, evaluate fiscal performance, and recommend process improvements, contributing to the department's administrative, financial, and compliance operations. The position manages budget planning and financial reporting for 17 NCAA Division I programs, including preparation of required NCAA, Big West Conference (BWC), and governmental reports (e.g., DOE/EADA).

Core duties include year-end fiscal closing, general ledger reconciliations, and cost/budget transfer reviews to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies. The Analyst also serves as a key resource for the annual NCAA Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) audit and other financial compliance reviews. In addition, the Analyst prepares financial materials, dashboards, and reports for committee meetings and coordinates with the CFAO and Athletics leadership.

The full salary range for the Director of Business Operations is $75,900 - $137,300 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements