Budget Analyst III

Job Title Budget Analyst III Overview Classificaiton: Budget Analyst III Department: Provost/Vice President, Academic Affairs Operations Sub-Division: Salary Range: $5,877 - $6,618 per month Appointment Type: Ongoing Time Base: Full Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM About CSUF Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development. We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development. As a member of the Titan Community, you\'ll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences—including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our Employee Wellness Program. Job Summary / About the Position It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University\'s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish. The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs plans and manages all academic and instructional resources that support the teaching, scholarship, and research mission of Cal State Fullerton. The office strives to serve as a central resource for the campus community, ensuring quality academic programming and fostering partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to promote and support faculty and student success. The Office of the Provost achieves this by empowering faculty, staff, administrators, and students with the knowledge and support necessary so that we can each carry out our individual roles in fulfilling our university\'s mission. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Operations team 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. Working under general direction and performing advanced program unit planning activities, analysis, development, and evaluation of complex and multifaceted administrative and budget responsibilities, the Budget Analyst III reports to the Director for Academic Resources and Fiscal Operations for the Academic Resources Department and provides independent, consultative budget and fiscal support to the Associate Vice President (AVP) units. Independently develops and manages fiscal year budgets and ensures compliance with fund designation, policy requirements, and reporting unit limits using advanced analytical and strategic solutions. Independently researches, analyzes, and monitors complex budget and procurement processes. Maintains, analyzes, and tracks the AVPs\' budgets and provides strategic recommendations and advisory guidance regarding budget performance, trends, and risk mitigation. Ensures the timely dissemination and collection of funds due to and from all sources to the programs and their operational units. Generates, analyzes, and disseminates monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc budget and financial reports. Exercises delegated authority in the review of authorization of expenditures, procurement card activity, and travel requests and reimbursements to ensure compliance with CSU, campus, and auxiliary policies. Monitors, reconciles, and maintains operational expense and budget records, including, but not limited to, general funds, state and auxiliary grants, philanthropic funds, and one-time funding sources for various complex projects and programs. Independently performs varied and specialized administrative and analytical duties using approaches to project and prioritize with full accountability for outcomes and fiscal integrity. Works closely with the Provost\'s Office academic resources team to ensure a clean year-end close in accordance with university policies and procedures using advanced judgment and discretion. The Budget Analyst III also works with accounting and procurement offices, administrative support coordinators, and related campus personnel to resolve complex fiscal issues and ensure accurate financial reporting. Provides lead-level support, guidance, and training to administrative staff on the workflow of budget and fiscal processes. Reinforces consistency with the use of proper account coding to ensure data integrity and compliance. Communicates and interprets policy and procedural changes, maintains operational agility, and encourages others to adapt to adjustments that improve the flow and effectiveness of fiscal business operations. 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 and 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 Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, accounting, or finance. Special Working Conditions Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator 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. CSU is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on 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. The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017. 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. Application Deadline: Feb 19, 2026 (9:00 PM) Apply online at: Not included in original text (remove) Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-88638fe82bb06a45831e2c0c23cc3107 #J-18808-Ljbffr