Pennsylvania State University
Budget Analyst
🇺🇸 University Park, PA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $56K - $82K
💻 Finance
🗓️ November 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Budget Analyst to support the University Budget Office. The role involves participating in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis activities to aid strategic decision-making and improve financial management systems at the University, requiring daily office presence.
Highlights
- Participate in budget planning, forecasting, and implementation of the University's annual operating budget and salary planning.
- Develop financial analyses and data visualization tools for university leadership and stakeholders.
- Monitor and evaluate systems, policies, and processes to recommend improvements for organizational performance.
- Work collaboratively with finance professionals across business areas and assist in navigation of SIMBA and Anaplan systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required; experience with SAP Financials and SAP Budget preferred.
- Bachelor's degree required with at least 1+ year relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and customer service skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Successful completion of background and credit history checks required.
- Salary range from $56,200 to $81,500 annually with competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount.
- Required to work on-site five days per week and serve on committees or task forces as needed.
Budget Analyst Full Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Office of Budget and Finance is seeking a Budget Analyst to join our dynamic and innovative team where advanced financial analytical experience will help drive strategic decision-making and support the financial landscape of the University.
This position is initially intended to provide support within the University Budget Office, and will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis. This role requires on-site presence and working in the office five days per week.
The Budget Analyst will:
- Participate in budget activities offering suggested process and system improvements
- Participate in planning and implementation of the University's annual operating budget, forecasting and reforecasting efforts, salary increase and planning processes, and other key financial management tasks
- Participate in preparation and development of financial analyses and data visualization tools for university and business area leadership and other stakeholders, present data analyses with potential solutions and ensuring data consistency
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of systems, policies, processes and practices and recommend changes to improve organizational performance
- Participate in the development of comparative and historical support information for university leadership; to include PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets, narratives etc.
- Work with finance professionals from various business areas; including assistance with navigation of SIMBA (System for Integrated Management, Budgeting, and Accounting) accounting system and the Anaplan budgeting system
- Serve on committees and task forces as needed
Required skills and experience:
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Takes initiative
- Ability to prioritize/plan daily activities
- Integrity, professionalism, and exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships across the University and externally
- Enjoys challenges and works well under pressure
- Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong skills in Excel required
Preferred skills and experience:
- A degree in Accounting, Finance, or other analytical or business-related field
- Experience with SAP Financials, SAP Budget, and Planning for Public Sector is a plus
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
acceptedRequired Certifications:None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $56,200.00 - $81,500.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
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