Budget Analyst
University of North Dakota

Grand Forks, North Dakota

Posted in Retail

$0.00 - $100.00 per hour


Job Info


Salary/Position Classification

  • $60,000 - $80,000 annual, Exempt
  • 40 hours per week
  • This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.
Purpose of Position

Are you a numbers enthusiast? Ready to apply your skills to a dynamic team specializing in financial analysis and budget management? We're looking for a Budget Analyst (BA) to join our dynamic team at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC)!

Join the EERC, an international leader in energy and environmental research and a nonprofit branch of the University of North Dakota (UND), which gives our employees access to unbeatable benefits and tuition waivers. Learn more about the EERC at undeerc.org.

Be a part of cutting-edge research, engage with professionals who share your passion, and create work you can be proud of. As a BA, you will contribute to the success of the organization by performing one or more of the following:

  • Prepare budgets according to guidelines of the sponsoring agency request for proposal (RFP). Inform principal investigator (PI) of required financial information. Determine the budget display and selection of budget template to meet RFP, sponsoring agency, and cost-share requirements to appropriately budget the scope of work.
  • Assist PIs in preparation of an accurate representation of their budget in accordance with official sponsor RFPs and EERC and university guidelines, ensuring that the budget includes appropriate categories and budgeted dollars. Work with supervisor, accounting, and contracts staff as necessary to complete the budget accurately and with appropriate documentation for subcontractors, consultants, and equipment, etc.
  • Review text of proposal to ensure that costs are budgeted as mentioned in the text, milestones match the period of performance, and the cost section is clear and understandable to the sponsoring agency.
  • Input, then review proposal budget information to RMS projections, and update as appropriate until the project is awarded, rejected, or withdrawn.
  • At the time of the award, work with sponsoring agencies, providing necessary budget justifications in a timely fashion by working with accounting and contracts.
  • Accurately review the setup of funded and working budgets in RMS to reflect the status of the award and to maintain the appropriate personnel projections for EERC staff.
  • Work directly with PIs, advising them with suggested working budget changes. Review fund statuses on a daily/weekly basis to ensure that the budgets do not overdraw, and journal entries are kept to a minimum. This includes reviewing and making adjustments to line items to properly reflect line-item availability, reviewing end dates, etc.
  • Use the tools of RMS and finance to review payroll, daily vouchers, journals, travel documents, etc., to ensure allowability, correct fund usage, and availability of funds. Work with PIs and other groups, including accounting, human resources, contracts, and purchasing, to resolve problems.
  • Work with PIs as requested to answer financial questions and provide nonstandard reports on the financial progress of a project.
  • Develop other reports as needed for project managers.
  • Manage workload and assignments, and effectively communicate with supervisor on activities and work-related problems.
  • Take initiative to help others in the group during times of heavy workloads, vacations, and sick leave.
  • Bring forth new ideas and/or procedure changes to make the position or group more efficient. Share new things learned that would help others in the group.
  • Maintain EERC opportunities report with up-to-date and accurate information.
  • Demonstrate professional, service-oriented, and constructive interactions, written and verbal, with EERC staff and sponsoring agencies.
  • Participate in the development of recharge center rates that accurately reflect the centers' budget and expected activity along with the Assistant Director of Budgeting and Finance.
  • Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values customer service.

The EERC is recognized as a global leader in developing clean, efficient energy solutions. With a dedicated team of over 270, we collaboratively develop innovative technologies to power the world efficiently while safeguarding our air, water, and soil. Trusted by over 1300 clients in 53 countries, our mission is to provide practical, pioneering solutions to the world's energy and environmental challenges.

Required Competencies
  • Excellent interpersonal/oral/written communication skills.
  • Ability to organize/prioritize.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong team collaboration skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proficiency in data analysis.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 2 years of progressive experience in a business setting.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Resume and cover letter.
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in managing budgets.
  • Advanced Excel experience.
  • Experience working with grants and knowledge of the Uniform Guidance requirements.
To Apply

This position is open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 29, 2025.



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