Requisition ID H16278
Job Title Budget/Business Analyst
Division Keck School of Medicine
Department Cancer Center/USC Epigenome Center
Location Health Sciences Campus
Employment Full Time
Hiring Range $25.50-$35.50/hr
Job Announcement The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.
USCs Cancer Center - USC Epigenome Center, is seeking a Budget/Business Analyst to join its team.
The Budget/Business Analyst will monitor, reconcile, analyze and report on budget activity for an academic department or school or research, administrative or auxiliary department. May lead other staff in related work duties.
Job Accountabilities:
. Administers assigned budget(s). Monitors actual income and expense and
develops projections in order to authorize or extend financial ommitments.
Analyzes current performance to plan. Identifies and researches variances and trends and brings to the attention of the supervisor for discussion and resolution. Projects future budget performance based on knowledge of assigned operations.
. Sets up and maintains accounts. Reconciles account balances and activity to university financial records and initiates correcting entries. Prepares and submits financial reports as required and reviews for accuracy prior to distribution. Troubleshoots problems, including research of pertinent facts and interacts with appropriate university staff to achieve resolution. Coordinates year end financial transfer and closing activity.
. Determines when budget adjustments are required and prepares in accordance with university financial guidelines or agency requirements and restrictions.
. Provides information to staff and faculty regarding university financial policies and procedures. Assists faculty and staff in financial transactions such as purchasing equipment and supplies and accounting for travel expenditures and reimbursements.
. Coordinates purchasing activities and interfaces with vendors as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelors Degree with 1 year experience. Business administration, accounting or related degree and budget experience including knowledge of government and fund accounting. Strong computer skills with use of automated spreadsheets.
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree with 2 years experience.
Prefer university budget experience and knowledge of university financial systems.
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.