Budget Analyst Senior
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
* A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
* If it is determined that no applicants meet the minimum competency, education, and experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
* Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
* Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
* Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
* Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
* If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Finance / Budget Professional, Budget Analyst Sr. |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
89766 |
Position Overview
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Winston-Salem State University (
WSSU) is a distinguished institution that combines academic excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to fostering student success. We are proud to be North Carolina's only university to earn the distinguished designation of Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications of Higher Education and the American Council on Education (
ACE).
WSSU is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles through rigorous programs in health sciences, business, education, and the humanities. Known for its supportive environment, the university fosters a close-knit community that nurtures both professional and academic excellence.
Situated in Winston-Salem, North Carolina-known as the City of Arts and Innovation,
WSSU provides students with opportunities to engage in a dynamic mix of professional, social, and cultural experiences. Winston-Salem is home to thriving arts, healthcare, and technology sectors, offering both students and faculty unique collaboration opportunities and professional development pathways.
With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and dedication to fostering personal and professional growth, Winston-Salem State University is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.
Find information about our current benefits and retirement options, our holiday schedule, and other discounts and perks at the links below:
UNC System Employee Benefits Central
UNC System Retirement Benefits
WSSU Holiday Schedule
WSSU Discounts and Perks
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| Position Summary |
Winston-Salem State University is seeking a Budget Analyst Senior to join the Division of Finance and Administration. The Budget Analyst serves as a go-to for all of the day-of the day-to-day needs of the Budget Office and oversees position control functions for all funding sources. This role will support assigned organizational units and monitors budgets and actuals (for both revenues and expenditures) for those units. The primary focus is on general fund budgets, state appropriations, and tuition receipts. This position will serve as backup for all other funding sources as necessary.
Responsibilities of the Budget Analyst Senior include:
- Provide leadership, oversight, and support in the day-to-day execution of the budget.
- Prepare and analyze departmental operating budgets to include state, trust, and auxiliary services.
- Examine budget estimates and proposals for completeness; accuracy; and conformance with established procedures, regulations, and organizational objectives.
- Monitor the documentation processing necessary for accurate control and accountability of all budgeted areas.
- Process budget revisions through the NC Integrated Budget Information System (IBIS) when necessary.
- Provide forecast and revenue trends on all budgets to ensure meeting budget requirements, particularly during the last quarter of the fiscal year.
- Assist with the Continuation and Expansion budgets by providing detailed analysis of actual expenditures and projections of expenses to determine increases or decreases.
- Assist with work related to the annual carry-forward calculation.
- Perform analytical comparisons with the RK325, BD701, and other documents as necessary for compliance.
- Work with Business System Analysts on all budget loads or revisions as needed.
- Review and complete budget transfer requests.
- Work with the Cash Reconciliation Accountant as necessary.
- Oversee agency position control which consists of identifying and analyzing variances, approving hiring forms, contracts, and supplemental payments based off of budgeted salary availability, updating salary information, and balancing FTE and budgeted salaries.
- Perform month-end close of all budgetary transactions throughout the year, including balancing and researching discrepancies where necessary between the various reports: BD701, RK-325, etc.
- As requested pull, compile, and analyze appropriate information from the data repositories for leadership review.
- Compile information for the submission of regular and ad hoc reports required by the Office of State Budget (OSB), General Assembly Fiscal Research, UNC System Office, and others.
- Take the lead in developing and coordinating training efforts for campus customers, particularly if process improvements or new versions of existing software are introduced.
- Coordinate training initiatives with the Business Systems Analysts and others as needed.
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Position Information
| Position Number |
070047 |
| Working Position Title |
Budget Analyst Senior |
| Building and Room No. |
1604-B Lowery Street |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
12 month |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Not Mandatory |
| Normal Work Schedule |
Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (occasional overtime) |
| Department Required Skills |
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent combination of training and experience
4-5 years financial or budgetary experience
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
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| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
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| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
10/20/2026 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
* A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
* If it is determined that no applicants meet the minimum competency, education, and experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
* Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
* Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
* Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
* Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
* If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834. |
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Applicant Document
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- References List
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