Budget analyst (0080500)

Description Position

Budget Analyst Position Number: 0080500

Hiring Unit: VP Budget & Finance/CFO, System Administrative Services

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: October 14, 2026

Closing Date: October 29, 2026, 11:59PM HST

Salary: salary schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Information: Band B minimum $5,640/month

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Funding: General

Duties and Responsibilities (*Denotes Essential Functions)

• *Plans, organizes, directs and administers the major functions of the Systemwide programs budget management under general policy guidelines to conform to applicable laws and State and University policies and procedures.
• *Develops, generates, reviews, monitors monthly reports on actual revenue and expenditures to assure adequate funds for programs within System.
• *Reviews, analyzes and evaluates program expenditures and performance with planned budgetary and programmatic objectives as well as directing appropriate offices to take corrective actions.
• *Performs staff work as required to support all budget preparation and budget execution functional duties and responsibilities for System programs.
• *Coordinates and directs the development and maintenance of State reports such as A-19's eRev, eVar, non-general funds, Budget Tables, etc.
• *Prepares, maintains, and coordinates with other fiscal administrators with non-general funds accounts in System required operating reserves.
• Assists with the development of policies and instructions on budget execution to System programs and provides guidance in the development of their program and expenditure plans to implement legislative and executive policies on the budget.
• Assists in the preparation of responses to Legislative/Executive requests for information.
• Assists in the preparation of Legislative documents.
• Assists with information, advice, and appropriate training on various University and State budget systems for other System Fiscal Authorities.
• Assists with the compilation, analysis, and evaluation of statistical data and formulates sound recommendation based on analysis/studies to improve allotments to System programs.
• *Reviews, updates, and prepares annual organization charts for all undelegated System offices.
• Assists in audits of System programs, including the annual Financial and A-133 compliance audit.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration and 5 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for budgeting, financial or cost accounting, of which 1 year shall have been in a public/government agency; or equivalent education/training or experience.

Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of accounting, program analysis, or budgeting as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.

Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with governmental budgeting, program analysis, or accounting.

Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.

Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.

Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of public budgeting and governmental fund accounting.

Ability to analyze, interpret and apply general administrative rules and regulations to a variety of work situations.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures typical of an institution of higher education.

Knowledge of the State of Hawaii's budgeting process.

Knowledge of the University of Hawaii's financial management systems (Kuali, Fast Track, e-thority)

Knowledge of budget models and analysis typical in government or higher education.

To Apply

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume, (2) cover letter indicating how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met, (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references, and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e.. social security number, birth date, etc.) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date, please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. You will have a grace period of 7 days from closing date to email copies of your transcripts to systempo@hawaii.edu. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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Inquiries

Sierra Uchima-Pyun, 808-956-3169, systempo@hawaii.edu

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