Description

Positio Title: Budget and Analytics Specialist (CS26-138)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



Apply Before: 01063


FLSA: Non-Exempt

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Budget and Analytics Specialist (CS26-138)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Budget and Analytics Specialist (CS26-138). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Apply advanced data analysis techniques to evaluate and develop cost optimization strategies across University units.
• Monitor, maintain, and report on the University's Position Control System. Train fiscal employees on the system and ensure accurate salary reporting.
• Serve as liaison, along with the Assistant Director of Budget and Analytics, between the University Budget and Analytics Office and Budget Directors for each Vice Chancellor area.
• Assist individual departments and schools with budgetary questions and guidance on new processes.
• Share responsibility for the University budget, including preparation, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
• Analyze financial projections and prepare a variety of financial analyses.
• Assist in preparing responses to data requests from the SIU President's Office, SIUE Chancellor, IBHE, and the Illinois State Legislature.
• Collaborate closely with the Assistant Director and Director of Budget and Analytics, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Budget and Finance, Vice Chancellor area budget staff, and other SIUE administrative staff.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field OR MBA with an emphasis in Finance, or current registration as a CPA, CMA, valid license to practice Public Accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional-level accounting experience in budgeting, including planning, developing, monitoring, and reporting.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using Microsoft Excel to produce analytical and written reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Access required.
• Experience with analytics software such as Power BI and AI tools such as CoPilot preferred.
• Prior experience developing and maintaining financial models and dashboards preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; self-starter who identifies areas for improvement and implements better processes.

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5000 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 11/07/2025

Closing Date: 11/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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