Posting Details

Posting Details

Title
Budget and Financial Analyst

Posting Number
S01605JP

Department
Treasurers Office

Job Summary

The Budget and Financial Analyst is an integral part of the College's financial planning and budgeting team, working closely with the Vice President for Finance and Administration and Assistant Treasurer to support the institution's long-term financial health and strategic goals. The position leads key budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting activities, using Workday Financial Management and Workday Adaptive Planning to help inform decision-making. Serving as a valued partner to budget managers and departments, this individual provides guidance on budgeting, expenditures, and the effective use of operating, gift, and endowment funds. The role also assists with the annual budget process, and helps improve budget planning tools and processes. Success in this position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information in a clear and approachable way. If you enjoy collaborating with colleagues, translating data into meaningful insights, and helping an organization achieve its goals, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in all aspects of the budget process including draft budget presentations for senior officer discussions, preliminary Board budget presentations, drafting sections of the annual operating budget and other associated activities.
• Partner with the Controller's Office to ensure the accurate integration and reconciliation of budget data between Workday Financial Management and Workday Adaptive Planning.
• Planning for budget to actual variance analysis, year-to-year budget changes, budget forecasting, scenario analysis, and other ad hoc analyses as needed.
• Campus resource for majority of spending questions by campus community members, including the appropriate spending of operating budgets, gift funds, endowment funds, and all other types of spending.
• Reviewing and approving (with input of VP Finance and Administration and Assistant Treasurer as appropriate) all budget change requests and journal entries.

The hiring range for this position is expected to be: $95,000 - $105,000 annually.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Generous Retirement Plan - 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.html
• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool
• Free fitness and wellness classes!
• And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements

Required: B.S. in Accounting, Business Administration or related field; MBA, Workday Adaptive Planning Certification and/or Workday Financials Reporting Certification strongly preferred.

• Provide comprehensive budget and financial analysis, including variance reporting, forecasting, scenario modeling
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to produce clear and concise reports and correspondence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with staff, and other stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted resource for budget managers and College leadership, delivering analytical insights, financial reporting, and guidance.

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

A minimum of 5 years related experience in a college or large non-profit accounting/budgeting environment or 3+ years experience with a public accounting firm required.

• Proficient in using computer software including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and financial systems (Workday Financial Management and Workday Adaptive Planning).
• Ability to identify issues, generate solutions and make sound decisions.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy of records, correspondence, and other documents.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapting to changes and managing multiple priorities.
• Work collaboratively within a team and contribute positively to the team's operations and working environment.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

Standard administrative hours are 8:30am - 5:00pm. This is a full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks, (1.00 FTE). Exempt positions require the time commitment necessary to complete the essential duties of the position.
Onsite - This is an on-site role, and candidates must be able to work in person on Bowdoin College Campus in Brunswick, Maine.

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

Shift

Employment Category
Full Time Year Round

FTE
1.00

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Pay Type
Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements
Administrative Staff + Credit

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
No

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
No

Posting Date
10/02/2026

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled
No

Type of Posting
Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.