Budget Administrative Specialist II

JobID: 1518

Category: Finance

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-08-04T15:40:05+00:00

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The Budget Administrative Specialist II reports to the Assistant Dean for Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and will monitor and reconcile budgets and sub-budgets as directed, using Tulane's financial systems. This position will also assist as requested with accounting and some payroll, such as expense reports and procurement. The Specialist will serve as a School resource for expense report creation, submittal, and compliance, including training users on proper policy and procedures. In addition, the Specialist will assist the Assistant Dean for FP&A and the Chief Business Officer with the annual budgeting process for the school. This position may also assist students with billing questions/issues. This position also holds a Tulane Purchasing Card and Corporate Card and conducts business for many areas in the school. Strict confidentiality must be kept as this position has knowledge of sensitive data (i.e., payroll/salary information, employment files, and credit card numbers).

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree and at least two years of related work experience

OR

• High school diploma/equivalent and six years of directly related work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in an academic environment.

• 5 year of directly applicable payroll, accounts receivable/payable and budget reconciliation experience.

• Knowledge of accounting and financial systems and in generating budget reports.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and to address needs and questions quickly.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• Ability to utilize shared files via a cloud storage system.

• Knowledge of Tulane's financial systems.

• Knowledge of required elements for expense reports.

• Ability to work with individuals with diverse levels of knowledge and understanding of Tulane systems.