Budget & Financial Analyst - Budget Office

Budget & Financial Analyst - Budget Office

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Cape Girardeau, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600150

Division

Finance and Administration

Department

Budget Office

Opening Date

07/17/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Budget and Financial Analyst

Budget Office

Full Time: Hybrid/remote work opportunities may be available for this position

(Must reside in MO, IA, AR, KS, KY, TN, IL, or FL)

Responsibilities:

• Develop and help maintain the operating budgets for University departments and affiliated auxiliaries
• Provide regular updates and meet regularly with personnel to review budgets and anticipated needs
• Maintain and monitor position control systems for University departments and auxiliary personnel
• Support regular financial planning and analysis for unit/department level activities as well as at college, divisional, and campus levels
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile various general ledger accounts to investigate, correct, and follow up on any inaccuracies identified
• Compute and analyze additional employee costs and savings due to voluntary leave without pay, overtime and/or part time employment, FICA savings due to pre-tax benefits, supplement costs for additional medical coverage, etc
• Aid in the preparation of financial data for the annual state budget request utilizing the Banner Finance System, Universitys data warehouse, Access database, and Excel

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field
• Relevant experience in public sector, non-profit, and/or government-related entity; Experience in higher education is a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of basic accounting and budgeting concepts
• Demonstrable proficiency in querying databases and generating reports using various programs including Microsoft Access and Excel
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Proficiency working with an Enterprise Resource Planning System. Ellucian Banner ERP experience is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while handling multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to customer service

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 31, 2026.

To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

• Letter of interest addressing position qualifications
• Current Resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details visit our website at https://semo.edu/hr.

Employer Southeast Missouri State University

Address 1 University Plaza

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701

Phone (573) 651-2206

Website http://www.semo.edu