Working Title
Budget Analyst
Posting Number
CSA02383P
Department
SDSU-Accounting Office-Controller
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
Join a collaborative team at South Dakota State University (SDSU) as a Budget Analyst in the Accounting Department. We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional. In this role, you’ll be a key financial partner to Facilities and Services, assisting with financial planning and execution of campus construction and maintenance projects.
This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.
This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities: To support the department in their joint work with Facilities and Services by preparing managerial reports, overseeing proper accounting of transactional activity, and providing data analysis used for monitoring and accounting for various funding sources across multiple projects.
Benefits: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices;
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; and
- Experience with financial or project management software.
Skill & Ability to:
- Interpret and apply institutional, state, federal, and funding agency policies, laws and regulations;
- Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment;
- Research, compile, analyze, and present data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Communicate information clearly and professionally in person, in writing and through other communication channels;
- Exercise tact, patience, discretion and professionalism;
- Utilize computers and applicable software tools efficiently; and
- Deliver exceptional customer service with a solutions-oriented mindset.
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
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Posting Date
05/29/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
06/05/2025
Advertised Salary
$22.98 - $25.85/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits
Duration of the Term
12 months
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Appointment Percent
100%
Work Hours
40
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
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This position requires
No Requirement
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. The Accounting Department, a division of Finance and Budget, supports the financial operations of the entire university. Working closely with shared service centers and departments across campus, the team ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and efficient processing of transactions. Their work helps maintain the university’s fiscal integrity and provides essential guidance and support to faculty, staff, and administrators.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.
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