Budget/Business Analyst

The University of Southern California is seeking a Budget/Business Analyst for the Sol Price School of Public Policy. This role is essential in supporting various departments with business processes related to budgeting, expenditure management, and procurement, while maintaining financial reports and liaising with USC Business Services and vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Administers assigned budgets. Monitors actual income and expense and develops projections to authorize or extend financial commitments
• Prepare and submit accounting documents for processing including Purchase Orders and Internal Requisitions. Determine appropriate fund allocations and secure proper approvals
• Reconciles account balances and activity to university financial records and initiates correcting entries
• Prepares monthly budget versus actual reports and reviews for accuracy before distribution. Assist with month-end and year-end closing
• Troubleshoots problems, including research of pertinent facts and interacts with appropriate university staff to achieve resolution
• Provides information to staff and faculty regarding university financial policies and procedures
• Assists faculty and staff in financial transactions such as purchasing equipment and supplies and expense reimbursements
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Requirements:

• Budget experience including knowledge of government and fund accounting
• Strong computer skills with use of automated spreadsheets
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
• 1 year of experience in a related field
• University budget experience and knowledge of University financial systems
• 2 years of experience in a related field