Fiscal & Business Analyst

Fiscal And Business Analyst

Established in 2008, the College of Behavioral & Community Sciences is breaking new ground by combining knowledge gained through the behavioral sciences with knowledge gained from the community. The College serves approximately 3,100 students with seven undergraduate, 14 master's, and seven doctoral programs housed in six academic departments/schools.

Reporting to the Manager of Fiscal and Business Administration, the Fiscal and Business Analyst position supports financial operations and administration by providing fiscal and budget analysis and support to the college and ensuring compliance with financial controls by monitoring, tracking, and reconciling departmental resources.

Responsibilities

Primary Job Duties

• Balances the budgets by performing a detailed review and analysis of the actual vs. budget for numerous accounts. Advises management of potential areas of over/under allocation, and when any budget transfers need to take place.
• Reconciles a variety of accounts such as E&G, USF Foundation, Research Foundation, Research Initiatives, Auxiliary, Carry-Forward, and Convenience funds and resolves any discrepancies.
• Prepares financial reports, statements and spreadsheets to consolidate financial activities, which are utilized by management, PIs and/or accountable officers.
• Prepares and develops financial projections/forecasts, "what if" scenarios, budget control systems, cash management systems, etc. and works with management on financial planning and reporting at monthly, quarterly and yearly intervals.
• Gathers data and assists in the preparation of the yearly operating budget/plan to be submitted to the central Budget office and/or other administrative departments.
• Prepares annual budgets for assigned programs to submit to Financial Leadership
• Completes in-year forecasting and prepares historical trend analysis reports.
• Performs other programs, auxiliary or department specific financial or budget related activities.
• Monitors payroll expenses and may advise on appropriate chart fields/accounts for salary expenditures. Assists in planning for future salary & rate budget allocations. Completes RSA checks each pay period to ensure correct use of funds.
• Analysis to ensure that all activity is following departmental policy, USF policies/regulations and state/federal statutes.
• Serves as a liaison with other USF departments and/or external agencies by problem solving, resolving budget issues, and providing appropriate information for various financial and budget related inquiries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• This position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other fields directly related to the position's specific responsibilities and 0-2 years of fiscal related work experience, or a bachelor's degree in no specific required field and two years of fiscal related work experience.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate ( is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a post-secondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with USF internal systems such as Oracle, FAST and Finance Mart.
• Previous experience working in a higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Analytical thinking skills. Problem solving. Ability to work within a team. Effective communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation of multiple accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable and journal entries.

Working Conditions

• Typical indoor environment/office setting.
• Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: typing.

Acknowledgement

While the primary job duties and responsibilities have been included, this job description is not designed nor meant to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities. This does not preclude the assignment of additional or developmental duties, special projects, or the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may temporarily or permanently change at any time with or without notice.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.