Budget Analyst III

Job Title


Budget Analyst III


Classification


Budget Analyst III


Auto Req. ID


559649


Salary Range


Classification Range $5,877 - $8,561 per month


(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,877 - $7,164 per month)


Work Schedule


Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


Why CSUF


California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.


Department


The College of Business and Economics within the Division of Academic Affairs is committed to leading business education through the guiding principles of program quality, balancing theory and practice, and expanding our outreach and visibility. We create positive change by leveraging the curiosity and entrepreneurial spirit of our students. We inspire our students and other partners to transform the workforce through innovative, impactful instruction and research. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team in the Dean's Office for College of Business and Economics as the Budget Analyst III. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.


Duties and Responsibilities


Under the direction of the Academic Resource Manager (ARM) for the College of Business and Economics (CBE), this position supports the Dean and ARM with the development, use, and oversight of the annual budget and spending, working closely with the Provost's Office Academic Resources as well as Administration and Finance staff. Ensures financial activities and transactions within CBE are accomplished in compliance with University, College, CSU under Generally Accepted Accounting Standards and Governmental Accounting Standards for all procurement and expenditure of State, Philanthropic, and Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) funds and resources. Ensures optimal alignment and utilization of fiscal resources within the college - including the college's auxiliary and philanthropic accounts - providing analysis of fiscal spending patterns and forecasting and evaluating cost effectiveness. Provides recommendations on fiscal matters for the college including independently initiating action, researching, analyzing, and resolving outstanding items. Reviews results against targets and budgets and provides regular and accurate reports and updates to the Dean, Associate Deans, ARM, departments, and other units. In collaboration and consultation with the ARM, ensures the timely dissemination and collection of funds due to and from all sources to the college and its operational units. Reinforces the use of proper coding to ensure data integrity.


The Budget Analyst III represents the college as the primary contact for all college financial matters when the ARM is not available. Maintains operational expense and budget records, including, but not limited to State, ASC (grants, campus programs, etc..) and Foundation (Scholarships, Endowments, Centers operations, etc..). Works with the ARM to advise Dean, administrators, department Chairs, Center directors on the optimal and strategic use of funds. Assists in development and implementation of procedures and adherence to policies to enhance department operations in reference to financial resources. Develop detailed departmental and college wide current year financial reports for the College and its units, provide trend analysis and projections related to faculty, staff, student, and operating costs to support planning and decision-making. Assists and provides advice to college administrators and Department Chairs in decision making and strategic planning. Responsible for the timely processing of CBE additional pay. Provides direction, reinforcement, support, and training on fiscal matters to departmental and centers staffs to streamline efforts and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Monitors ASC grants budgets and expenditures and guides the grant recipients accordingly. Performs reconciliations, leads and guides the concerned staffs in financial processing and funding across State and Auxiliary organizations. Provides orientation and training to Chairs, administrators and staffs on the budget mechanisms and financial processing activities (State and non-State). Other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications


Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.


Working independently under general supervision, performs advanced budget analysis work by exercising lead oversight for most projects and responsibilities. Applies advanced knowledge or expertise to recommend and implement strategic plans and initiatives. Demonstrates advanced discernment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. In collaboration with management, oversees, assesses, formulates, and evaluates programs, policies, and procedures. Decision-making is based on budget analysis best practices; relevant regulations; advanced experience; and university goals and practices. Work is focused on ensuring alignment with overall objectives. Handles multiple work priorities and may provide lead work direction with accountability for results. Advanced knowledge of financial, budgetary, and accounting principles and practices. Thorough knowledge of the purpose, functions, and fiscal organization of the campus(es). Thorough knowledge of the principles of position control and budgetary alignment. Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of public finance, administrative personnel, fiscal management, and cash-flow management. Advanced knowledge of research techniques and statistical principles and procedures. Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the financial structure and financial procedures of the university. Ability to analyze and review the campus budgets and financial practices, and present complex budget information in a clear, concise, and professional manner, analyze situations accurately, and develop an effective course of action. Advanced analytical skills in order to evaluate and interpret data to develop sound conclusions and recommendations. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to effectively present information and ideas and advise managers, staff, and faculty regarding budgeting policies and procedures. Ability to effectively mentor or lead the work of others.


A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance, or business and/or the equivalent training and administrative work experience involving the study, analysis, evaluation, development, or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs plus four years of related experience. Working knowledge of and the ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques applicable to the program and/or administrative specialty to develop conclusions and make recommendations. Thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to the applicable program and/or administrative specialty. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations involving numerous and diverse demands. Skilled in the research, development, and evaluation of policies and programs. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems, address them proactively, and develop appropriate recommendations leading to solutions. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.


Special Working Conditions


Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator


Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.


Additional Information


California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.


Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.


As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.


Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.


Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.


If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.


Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.


Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.


Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.


California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.


Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.


Hiring Preference


On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Advertised: Jul 09 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Jul 30 2026 Pacific Daylight Time