Sr. Budget Operations Analyst

Who we areWhy Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute'sdynamic global community of changemaker including some of theworld’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who askthe important questions and devise the scientific and technologicalinnovations that make the world a better place for all ofhumanity.Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer ishome to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, anobservatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and IBM'sQuantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer inthe world.Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!Job SummaryThe Sr. Budget Operations Analyst will be responsible forproviding financial analysis in support of the AVP for FinancialPlanning and Budget and the Budget Director. This will includemonitoring financial activity for use in the development of theannual operating budgets, capital budgets, maintenance of thebudget access model for quarterly forecasts and annual budgetpreparation, and monitoring policy compliance. In addition, theAnalyst will be responsible for managing the daily financialoperations of the Finance portfolio and serve as a resource to theFinance leadership team and staff to ensure consistent financialand budgeting practices that comply with Institute and Portfolioguidelines.Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or relatedfield• Five (5) years of relevant experience to including three (3)years of work experience in the administration, monitoring andmanagement of research and/or other closely related types ofrestricted funds• Familiarity with federal and state government regulations asthey pertain to research administrationRelevant combinations of education, training and experience may beconsidered.Preferred Qualifications• Experience managing the administrative and business functionsfor a complex university research center, including budgetpreparation, proposal preparation, financial management, and humanresources• Proposal development and management experienceMinimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Knowledge of or ability to develop a thorough understanding ofInstitute and sponsor rules and regulations• Ability to analyze and interpret reports, documents andstatistical data• Ability to perform budget reporting and forecasting, as well asaccount reconciliation• Knowledge of financial software, including spreadsheet,database, and data warehouse applications• Proficiency in MS Office Suite software applications• Ability to learn and/or use SCT Banner finance, positioncontrol and labor modules or other appropriate applications• Knowledge of fund-based budgeting• Excellent verbal and written communications skills• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines• Ability to work as independently and as part of a team• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsShiftBusiness Hours: Monday - FridayStarting Salary/RateExpected hiring range: $75,000 - $85,000 per yearPay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salarywill be determined based on factors that include the availablebudget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications,experience, education and other job-related credentials. Thishiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of theexpected hiring range at the time of posting.Application InstructionsFollow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile.Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.If you need assistance with the online application process, pleasecontact careers@rpi.edu.Job Posted DateApplications will be accepted until the position is filled.Total Compensation and Benefits InformationRensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to providestable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package,and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescriptionplan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depthand breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal isto provide you and your family with a comprehensive health andwelfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protectionduring your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources(rpi.edu) .We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic,national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work andcampus communities.Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/EqualOpportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.Advertised: 09 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: