Department: Budget and Planning
Summary
The Budget and Planning Office is looking for a Finance & Planning Analyst. The position would be responsible for assisting the Director of Budget and Financial Planning in financial analysis of University operations and assigned projects.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
1. Serve as a financial expert and provide counsel to the Director of Budget & Financial Planning on budget and cost information to inform effective decision-making and to allow regular reporting to leadership.
2. Perform complex budget projections, analysis of actual activity, and cost feasibility studies to facilitate decision making and planning as needed.
3. Conduct periodic reviews of cost-effective purchasing and capital expenditures.
4. Identify and plan short- and long-range financial goals for various departments and other University operations.
5. Utilize University enterprise resource planning system and reporting software to access information regarding student, finance, and human resources information.
6. Monitor and collaborate with varying levels of University staff on topics involving day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations.
7. Analyze and prepare budget reports, statements, and spreadsheets for internal and external use.
8. Work with Director of Budget and Financial Planning on budget forecasting and the creation of fiscal controls and records.
9. Prepare and submit compliance related documents.
10. Build and foster successful working relationships with areas across campus such as Athletics, Human Resources, Advancement, and Financial Aid.
11. Apply safety related knowledge, skills and practices to everyday work.
12. Provide leadership to foster a culture of safety.
13. Participate in University committees, as appropriate.
14. Supervisory Responsibilities: Functional supervision may be exercised over clerical support staff, graduate students, and student assistants.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
Bachelor's Degree in a discipline related to finance, accounting, economics, business, mathematics, information systems, or computer science.
Required Experience
* Advanced software competency including word spreadsheets, databases, presentation applications, and word processing.
* Experience working in the areas of financial management, accounting, and/or budgeting.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
* Working experience in accounting, financial management and planning, budgeting, and/or data analysis.
* Master's degree in a discipline related to finance, accounting, economics, business, mathematics, information systems, or computer science.
* Experience working in a collegiate setting.
* Working knowledge of organizational business systems.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
* Strong written and interpersonal/oral communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy, precision, and attention to detail.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities as well as communicating status and potential issues to stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and exhibit good judgement.
* Demonstrated ability to exemplify appropriate customer service in working with stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrated success in working with persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following training courses:
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Annual Data Security Training
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Title IX Training
Additional training will be required by the department on a periodic basis.
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Rate/Salary
The minimum salary for this position is $53,000. The final salary will determined based on experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor
Director of Budget and Financial Planning
Posting Type
Internal & External Posting
Dependent on Funding
No
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
Please include three professional references when submitting your resume.
For Ensured Consideration, please apply no later than June 26, 2025.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech's hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or
[email protected].
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
