Budget Analyst

We are looking for a Budget Analyst to support the financial planning, reporting, and day-to-day budget operations of an athletics organization in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in monitoring expenditures, preparing financial analyses, and helping ensure compliance with university and accounting standards. The person in this role will work closely with athletics leadership and campus finance partners to provide accurate reporting, strengthen budget oversight, and support sound financial decision-making.

Responsibilities:
• Manage budget activity for athletics administrative and program areas by tracking spending, reviewing transactions, and helping maintain strong fiscal controls.
• Partner with internal finance teams to build annual budgets, update revenue outlooks, and support ongoing forecasting for departmental operations.
• Produce recurring financial reports, analyze variances, and summarize trends to support leadership reviews and planning discussions.
• Prepare invoices for submission, review purchasing card expense documentation, and help confirm that transactions meet established policy requirements.
• Assist with audits and annual financial statement preparation by organizing records, reconciling accounts, and supporting required reporting deliverables.
• Maintain ledgers, journal entries, and related financial records within automated systems to promote accurate month-end and year-end close activities.
• Coordinate with accounts payable, budget offices, and other university partners to resolve financial issues and support efficient processing of fiscal matters.
• Monitor revenue sources such as ticketing, sponsorships, licensing, and camps while updating reporting tools, budget trackers, and gift account records.
• Support vendor and procurement administration for travel, apparel, equipment, leases, and maintenance arrangements in accordance with institutional guidelines.
• Contribute to postseason budget tracking and provide financial support for student-athlete aid and designated meal coordination activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting budget administration, financial reporting, or accounting operations in a complex organization.
• Knowledge of annual budget development, budget monitoring, and expenditure control practices.
• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles and adherence to established financial policies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify spending patterns, and assist with forecasting and budget recommendations.
• Experience working with automated financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to manage accounts and produce reports.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile records, review expense documentation, and maintain accurate financial information.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments, stakeholders, and external partners.

Compensation

$25.00-$28.00 Hourly

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