Finance/Budget Analyst III - University of Central Florida

Facilities and Business Operations: Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.Please visit us at: or Facebook and Instagram: UCF FacilitiesThe Opportunity:Join our dynamic Finance Business Center as a Finance/Budget Analyst III and play a pivotal role in supporting the Facilities and Business Operations (FBO) leadership team in achieving their strategic goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of new revenue streams and the strategic allocation of resources. You will be instrumental in decision-making and planning by preparing and reviewing accurate and timely financial information. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, analysis, forecasting, and reconciliation of financial transactions.Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and approve day-to-day financial transactions in Workday.
  
• Monitor and analyze accounting allocations and spending data; track budget balances and measure actual performance against the budget.
  
• Create annual cost center budgets, conduct monthly forecasts and variance analyses, and generate ad hoc management reports.
  
• Prepare budget and general ledger reviews, perform routine account reconciliations, and ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
  
• Oversee accounts receivable related to lease agreements, including timely invoicing, collections, and payment reconciliation in collaboration with the Real Estate office.
  
• Provide high-level customer service and support to operational managers.
  
• Create and maintain comprehensive business process documentation.
  Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Preferred Qualifications:
  
  
  • 4+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field, ideally within a facilities management setting.
    
  • Advanced proficiency in financial analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, charts, and macros.
    
  • Strong skills in data analysis, trend identification, and storytelling through data.
    
  • Demonstrated experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical decision-making.
    
  • Familiarity with Workday or similar financial systems is preferred.
    
  • Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
    
  • Proven ability to effectively communicate with leadership and senior management, including the preparation and presentation of financial reports and recommendations.
    
  • Demonstrated commitment to customer service and ability to foster and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders.
    
  • Experience in higher education is a plus.
    
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
    
  • Financial certifications such as CPA are highly desirable.
    
  • Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
    Special Instructions to the Applicants:Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
    
    
    • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
      
    • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
      
    • Retirement savings options
      
    • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
      
    • Education assistance
      
    • Flexible work environment
      
    • And more...For more benefits information, view the .
      Dive into our to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF.Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.#LI-ONSITEDepartmentFacilities & Business Operations - Finance Business CenterWork ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pmType of AppointmentRegularExpected Salary$64,518.00 to $80,000Job Posting End Date01-25-2025-12-00-AMEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on to view the President's Statement.The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.