College Budget Analyst Lead in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

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Sitting at workstation for extended periods of time; lifting/carrying light-weight objects; and walking across campus.

Monday–Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends based on unit needs

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a College Budget Analyst Lead in the A&S Business Center. The main responsibilities of this position are to serve as the initial contact for budget planning, analysis, and financial management mentoring for all accounts in the College for assigned departments/units; Collaborate with Chairs/Directors to plan/forecast and assure adjustments are made to the budget in order to facilitate long-term planning in conjunction with the Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration, and Administrative Officer III. Manage the day-to-day operations of the budget and finance team for specified departments/units; oversee financial processes in the college; ensure the procurement of goods and services follow university policies and procedures while ensuring orders are placed in a timely manner; oversee the reconciliation process of all accounts for specified departments/units; and maintain a comprehensive understanding of all business procedures.

The ideal candidate must have exceptional customer service, organizational and planning, attention to detail, and communication (both written and verbal) skills. We are seeking a collaborative individual with leadership/management, initiative, strong problem solving and critical thinking skills as well as a high respect for diversity and inclusion. In addition, experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, knowledge of business regulations, and University policies.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.