Commitments Budget Analyst

Commitments Budget Analyst

Commitments Budget Analyst – 38990 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine, Office of the
Dean

Job Title: Commitments Budget Analyst

Position #:00844550 – Requisition
#:38990

Job Summary:

This Commitments Budget Analyst position in the University of Colorado School of
Medicine, Dean’s Office oversees the management, allocation, and financial analysis of a substantial ~$900M in funding allocated to
departments, centers, and faculty across the School of Medicine.

This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented, and
analytical individual capable of complex data analytics, being responsible for large-scale budgets, forecasting, and providing strategic
financial recommendations to ensure effective and efficient use of resources.

This position also collaborates with the University of
Colorado Central Services (Finance, Central Budget Planning and Campus Strategy, Foundation, Office of Grants and Contracts), CU Medicine
Finance, as well as collaborating with all Department & Center Directors of Finance and Administration to build all-funds cross-divisional
financial statements and financial strategic plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analytics & Projections
(40%)

• Provide guidance and serve as a dedicated resource on all Dean commitment support. This includes Departments, Dean’s Office
  initiatives, and strategic investments within the School of Medicine.
• Design, implement, and improve analytics systems, Commitments
  dashboards, and reporting tools to support strategic planning and operational excellence.
• Guide the collection, integration, and
  analysis of complex datasets to identify trends, forecast needs, and inform executive decision-making.
• Present data-driven
  recommendations and alternatives to senior leadership, translating complex analytics into actionable business strategies.
• Prepare
  forecasts and financial models to predict future funding requirements, departmental needs, and potential changes in revenue.
• Oversee
  the development, implementation, and monitoring of annual and multi-year budgets across various departments, centers, and
  faculty.
• Work with units to identify funding needs, set budgets, and adjust projections as necessary.
• Monitor and analyze
  variances between actual spending and budgeted amounts, identifying potential issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Monitoring
  to ensure accuracy of fiscal staff, project end dates, and project deficit resolution.

Database Alignment
(20%)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including finance, HR, operations, IT, and other Dean’s Office units-to understand
  business requirements and ensure analytics reporting and solutions align with organizational needs.
• Work with the BI/Development
  team and SOM-IT to enhance database capabilities, automate reporting, and ensure data security and compliance.
• Create and enhance
  key dashboarding, projections & financial reporting.

Financial Operations (20%)

• Manage the commitment model for the
  School of Medicine. This includes tracking all active commitments, planned commitments, and pending Commitments against current assets and
  planned income models.
• Monthly Analysis, Executive Reporting, Ad-hoc Reporting and Analysis
• Ensure that expenditures are
  within budget. Provide support for budget allocations and modifications throughout the year. Work with administrators on deficit
  resolution
• Manage commitment architecture collaboration and administration, including Speedtype Set-up; Funding Source; Activity
  Code; Budget Only Speedtypes; Multi-year budget allocation
• Draft MOUs for new funding Dean Commitments/Support in partnership with
  Department & Center financial Leadership.
• Monitor and triage SOM Business Affairs AEFDEF and Finance email boxes and work with the
  SOM Dean’s Office finance team to facilitate the needs of SOM Departments, Centers, Divisions, and programs.

Operational
Strategy (10%)

• Developing, providing strategic recommendations, and directing the implementation of funds flows, allowing for
  commitment tracking and optimized department reporting, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Ensure the proper
  allocation of commitment dollars in alignment with strategic goals, funding sources, and funding agreements. Manage new requests,
  investments, and reinvestments of committed funding in alignment with strategic goals.
• Partner with key stakeholders as it relates
  to the Dean’s Initiatives (process standardization, communications, reporting, decisions.

Customer Service
(10%)

• Serve as the primary person for answering Commitment questions and structure set-up
• Train and educate faculty and
  staff on budget procedures, financial reporting, and financial best practices.
• Partner, collaborate, and provide direction to
  internal and external stakeholders and partners on financial management, administration, and operations.
• Recommend and implement
  improvements to financial processes, tools, and systems to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of four (4) days per week on campus
and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is
a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of
life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges
and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado,
awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic
excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient
care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Why work for the University?

We have
AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits
package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability,
  Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the
  year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days:
  15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light
  rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business
  administration, finance, accounting, healthcare administration, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited
  institution.
  • Substitution: A combination of education and closely related technical/professional experience may be substituted for
    the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
  
  
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in data analytics, with a
  proven ability to mine, clean, analyze, evaluate, and visualize data.

Preferred
Qualifications:

• Four (4) or more years of experience in a financial role within a university or health care
  institution.
• Experience working in a higher education setting, preferably in a health science center.
• Experience using
  business intelligence reporting tools.
• Experience with data visualization tools, data mining, and data
  warehousing.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of database structures and dashboard tools, with the
  ability to use business data to inform decisions.
• Strong skills in database management and Excel, with the ability to learn and
  apply additional analytics tools as needed.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build financial models and perform
  analyses using lookup and conditional functions.
• Background knowledge in statistics, data analysis, and business
  forecasting.
• Advanced proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Ability to interpret and
  transform raw data into meaningful insights that support business performance.
• Ability to develop all-fund budgets and contribute
  strategically to improving budgeting processes.
• Extensive knowledge of budgeting, finance, and accounting practices within a
  higher-education environment.
• Ability to prepare, simplify, and present complex budget models.
• Ability to translate business
  objectives into financial planning documents and communicate financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Skill
  in technical writing, including drafting queries, reports, and data presentations.
• Knowledge of University and CU Medicine financial
  systems such as PeopleSoft Finance, AX, and M-Fin reporting.
• Ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to colleagues on a wide
  range of financial matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the
  institution.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Analytical skills and judgment to address significant issues and resolve
  complex problems.
• Ability to effectively participate in, lead, or manage collaborative working groups.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest
describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae
/ Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email
address

Questions should be directed to: Dawn Riedmann – [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by February 27, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary
range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $67,611 to $86,001.

The above salary range (or
hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on
your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom
line.

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including
protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable
accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the
Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a
safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background
investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination
against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you
work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz,
you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll
in the occupational health medical
surveillance program.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
:
Business Services Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 — Anschutz Med Campus or Denver – 20029 – SOM-DEAN DO
ADMINISTRATION Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Feb 12, 2026 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name:
Dawn Riedmann Posting Contact Email: [email protected]
Position Number: 00844550

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38990&lang=en

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