In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.
Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.
Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member
You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.
Our Values
Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
Embrace Diversity-We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
Maintain Excellence and Integrity -We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
Collaborate with Each Other -We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
Provide Accessible Education-We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
Build a Strong Community-We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
Engage the Outside Community-We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Budget Analyst
State Job Title: Staff Associate
Department: Administration and Finance
Job Code: HA5300
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-0100
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Timeframe: 52 Weeks
Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received:Receives direct supervision from the Associate Vice President of Strategic Financial and Institutional Planning.
Supervision Exercised: N/A
Salary: $61,000.00 to $65,000.00 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)
General Statement of Duties:The Budget Analyst prepares analysis and reviews quantitative data in support of the budgeting and financial planning needs of the University. Duties include integrating financial schedules and analysis into planning models, preparing budget reports, maintaining planning models, budget transfers, and creating other financial analysis as needed. The Budget Analyst is responsible for providing a high level of service, training and support to campus constituents and support campus planning processes. The Budget Analyst will support a variety of financial projects as necessary in support of critical initiatives taken on by the Office of Strategic Financial and Institutional Planning.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
Essential:
Support the development of the annual budget with regards to documentation, analysis, reporting and responding to ad-hoc requests.
Validate data submitted on budget templates, consolidated campus budget template submissions, and other financial submissions.
Develop PowerPoint presentations and create financial presentations as requested.
Validate funding requests by providing data and analysis to support recommendations.
Oversee the accuracy of budget transfers and other budget transactions as prepared by the Budget Analyst.
Oversee the budget development module in Banner and ensure proper set-up of future fiscal year base budget.
Provide analysis in support of multi-year financial projections.
Perform budget reconciliations as needed, and create supporting analysis for funding allocation decisions.
Support budget recommendations with data and evidence-based analysis.
Maintain Position Control Database, including performing finance calculations.
Support projects and other budget and planning tasks as needed.
Support financial literacy and knowledge sharing.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree with a foundational background in accounting, economics, statistics or finance.
Ability to prepare and comprehend financial documents and related information.
Strong problem-solving skills and solution oriented.
Strong MS Excel experience, including Pivot Tables and advanced formulas.
Ability to communicate financial data and concepts in a way that is clear.
Self-starter and team player.
Detail oriented.
High level of emotional intelligence and service oriented mindset.
Ability to support multiple projects at one time and meet deadlines.
Ability to quickly learn new systems.
Additional Information:
Salary:
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on theDepartment of Higher Education's webpage.
Employee Benefits:
Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.
Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees with coverage effective on the 1st of the month following the 60 days of employment.
Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University'sBenefits & Wellness webpage.
Disability Accommodations
Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at(413) 572-8809or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal recordwill not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions:
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for three references *
Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree
* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have beenselected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.