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*The University of Maryland School of Social Work has an exciting opportunity for a Financial and Budget Lead Analyst to join their team.*The Financial and Budget Lead Analyst accomplishes responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training. This position resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of management by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking. The Financial and Budget Lead Analyst will contribute to development and evaluation of goals and objectives, and create solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance. This position may supervise, mentor, or coordinate the work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance). This position may independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources. The Financial and Budget Lead Analyst will apply advanced, expert level knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills, as well as substantial latitude in decision making. The Lead Analyst sets goals and objectives to align with defined strategy, informs supervisor of progress, and works on ambiguous matters generally without precedent or structure and independently develops standardization and protocol. This position makes departures from traditional approaches to develop novel solutions, and influences strategy, program, policy development, and best practices. This position will act as an expert resource to others. The School of Social Work is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area. *Benefits Information* UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.* *Primary Duties:* * Develop, update, and maintain simple and complex financial spreadsheets in order to analyze University's financial data and prepare accurate and timely financial reports for university administrators, state budget, and financial reporting. * Download, compile, categorize, and manipulate the University's financial data using formulas and methods. Prepare, and distribute accurate, concise, well-organized, and timely financial reports, presentations, and financial information which may include financial charts, forecasting, and/or budget vs. actual variance analysis. * Work within tight deadlines to analyze and provide basic forecasts for budget and financial data, such as salaries, fringe benefits, indirect cost recoveries, state funds, revolving funds, grants and contracts, fund balances, and other areas as needed. * Lead review and analysis of all University's assigned financial accounts and expenditures to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in order to make accurate year-end revenue, expense, and surplus/deficit projections. Develop recommendations and present to leadership. * Prepare future budgets based upon historical data and trends. * Maintain and manage an archive of budget and financial data files that can quickly be accessed and manipulated to generate the needed financial information. * Independently prepare responses for various internal and external agencies. * Participate in special projects. Identify, recommend, and implement workflow process improvements * Communicate and collaborate with schools and administrative units to understand their financial activity, request data or additional information about a particular issue, discuss anomalies or discrepancies that are observed, and assist them with the preparation of various internal or external financial data requests. * Participate or direct the discussion, development, and implementation of new university financial processes and procedures. * Support management with special projects and implement workflow process improvements and initiatives. Provide management updates and recommendations. * Develop and implement training programs as needs are identified. * Provide work coordination and training to less experienced staff. * Performs other duties as assigned. *Education: *Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or business related field. Masters preferred. *Experience:* Six (6) years of experience in financial analysis, management accounting, budgeting, auditing, data management, or data analysis with three (3) year of experience in financial analysis, management accounting, budgeting, or auditing. *Other:* Prior experience with research/sponsored programs in an educational environment is preferred. *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* * Knowledge of position requirements and all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. * Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. * Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. * Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. * Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. * Demonstrates and supports a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. * Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. * Demonstrates skill in understanding of cultural differences. *Hiring Range:*$95,000 - $106,000, commensurate with education and experience. UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Social Work - Research and Development* **Title:** *Financial and Budget Lead Analyst* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000N2*