Budget Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Budget Officer

Employee Classification: Budget Officer

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Information Technology

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Information Technology

Department: SYS-Information Technology-925000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $66,000.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

UNT System Information Technology is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of UNT System Information Technology is simple: to be the best at delivering customer-aligned IT solutions and services. Our services are provided to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model.

UNT System Information Technology provides the primary technology used by all campuses to support their operations. These include: shared resources of data centers, computing hardware, software applications, network and voice communications, collaboration and productivity capabilities, central web services, risk management, and security and compliance services. As a department, we strive to provide the most professional personnel possible to serve our campus constituents.

The University of North Texas is a state employer offering great benefits, including medical, dental, life, retirement, ample paid time off, and great work/life balance.

Position Overview

This position provides budgetary, financial, and analytical support to the UNT System Information Technology organization. The position assists in the development, monitoring, and forecasting of operating and capital budgets; prepares financial analyses and reports; and supports strategic decision-making by the Chief Information Officer and IT leadership team. The position reports to the Senior Director of IT Finance and Vendor Management and serves as a key resource for financial planning, budget management, and technology investment analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field, and three years of accounting, financial analysis or closely related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Skills in collecting and analyzing data.
* Knowledge of budgetary principles, practices and procedures.
* Ability to prepare concise reports.
* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form .
* Knowledge of electronic information systems and accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

• Perform financial forecasting, variance analysis, and budget-to-actual reporting. 
• Prepare business cases and return-on-investment analyses for technology initiatives. 
• Support vendor contract budgeting, renewals, and financial impact assessments. 
• Monitor and analyze expenditures associated with software, hardware, cloud, and managed service contracts. 
• Develop executive dashboards and presentations for IT leadership and governance groups. 
• Assist with financial planning for technology refresh, infrastructure, and strategic initiatives. 
• Coordinate annual budget development activities and long-range financial planning efforts. 
• Conduct benchmarking and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. Ensure compliance with university, state, and regulatory financial requirements.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Generally Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.