Budget Analyst

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Finance / Budget Professional, Budget Analyst

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class

Position Overview

Position Summary

Are you a finance and budget professional with experience in the field of higher education? Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is seeking a Budget Analyst. This office is the touchpoint through our campus community. Budget, Financial Planning, and shared services may not wear capes, but we are financial superheroes, balancing multi-million dollar budgets, forecasting the future (without a crystal ball), and somehow making spreadsheets look like works of art. They translate complex numbers into clear strategies, keep the lights on, and the water running (literally), and ensure every dollar is working as hard as our faculty and staff. While others see rows and columns, they see opportunity, sustainability, and a well-balanced bottom line. Quietly brilliant and just a little obsessed with Excel, they keep the University running smoothly one perfectly reconciled account at a time.

The Budget Analyst is essential to daily operations and effective maintenance of the university’s budget for both the General Fund (State) and Institutional Trust Funds (Auxiliary/Non-State). In addition, the Budget Analyst assists the Director of Budget, Financial Planning, and Shared Services with preparation and allocation of annual operating budgets as approved by the UNC Systems Office, and the Office of State Budget and Management.

Responsibilities of the Budget Analyst:

Coordinate changes in Banner Finance to maintain the integrity of the university systems
Ensure that the university position data is consistent with OSBM-certified budget document(s).
Assist the department with conducting workshops for budget managers on how to read and understand monthly financial reports, and interpretation of Banner Finance as it relates to budget forms.
Review program costs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Create monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for various internal and external constituencies.
Manage and monitor the shared inbox for campus-related requests, ensuring inquiries are reviewed, assigned, and responded to in a timely manner.
Process and update budget and personnel-related requests in Banner and PeopleAdmin, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional policies.
Provide budget training to new employees and conduct refresher training sessions for existing staff to support understanding of financial procedures and systems.
Assist the university budget manager with preparation and maintenance of the annual operating budget as approved by the UNC System Office and the Office of State Budget and Management.
Assist with preparation of the biennial continuation and expansion budget requests.
Prepare and analyze departmental operating budgets, to include both state and auxiliary services.
Audit program expenditures, and process budget transfers as needed.

Position Information

Position Number

007010

Working Position Title

Budget Analyst

Building and Room No.

Eller Hall 2nd floor

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

Appointment Length.

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Not Mandatory

Normal Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Department Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
Two to three years of financial and/or budgetary experience

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

Valid US Driver's License

Commercial Driver's License Required

Physical Required

List any other medical/drug tests required

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only

Time Limited Position

Appointment Length

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Open Date

03/17/2026

Close Date

03/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions Summary

Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.

Please Note:

A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If it is determined that no applicants meet the minimum competency, education, and experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.

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