The Finance and Budget team oversees more than $450 million in College resources, including approximately $30 million in sponsored activity. The team provides financial analysis, reporting, guidance, and policy implementation support to stakeholders across the College. In addition, the team manages the College's core budget by monitoring commitments, administering base budget and other funding allocations, and delivering budgetary guidance, forecasting, and financial modeling to College leadership. The Finance and Budget Analyst serves as a key member of the College of Arts & Sciences Finance and Budget team, providing financial, compliance, and reporting support across a diverse portfolio of academic departments, programs, grants, and administrative activities. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Budget, the position is responsible for monitoring compliance with university, sponsor, and regulatory requirements; supporting internal controls; developing and administering financial reporting and analysis, and managing specialized financial processes and distributions. The position serves as a key resource for financial planning, forecasting, compliance monitoring, and data-driven decision support for college leadership and academic units. The Budget Analyst works closely with departmental managers, faculty, research administrators, human resources staff, central Cornell offices, and college leadership to ensure accurate financial stewardship, compliance, and reporting. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to interpret policies and regulations, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a complex academic environment. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field and 3 to 5 years relevant experience or equivalent combination. • Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting, financial analysis, accounting principles, and compliance practices. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools. • Demonstrates a holistic understanding of how their work impacts and supports broader college objectives. • Able to synthesize information from diverse areas and identify interdependencies across the college. • Experience working with financial systems and databases. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. • Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in higher education, finance, or research administration. • Experience with Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, or similar tools. No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided. Your completed application must include a resume and cover letter. We have found it most efficient to save as one document prior to attaching. We will be accepting applications through Tuesday, October 13, 2026. University Job Title: Finance Specialist III Job Family: Fin/Budget/Planning Level: F Pay Rate Type: Salary Pay Range: $77,831.00 - $90,453.00 Remote Option Availability: Hybrid Company: Endowed Contact Name: Donna Lynch-Cunningham Contact Email: [email protected] Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. 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