Budget Specialist (Updated)
Company: Florida Atlantic University
Location: Boca Raton
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more
information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit
www.fau.edu/jobs . Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an
internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee
account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking a
Budget Specialist – Boca Raton, FL. Summary of Responsibilities
includes: Assist in developing, implementing, and managing the
University's $750M annual operating budget. Independently applies
expert use of Excel; collects data, obtains extracts from the
University’s ERP system, and refreshes all data in the university’s
budget software. Serves as a team member responsible for approving
new budgetary funds and organizations, maintaining a hierarchy of
funds/organizations, and establishing/maintaining the budgetary
structure and coding of individual budget funds and accounts to
facilitate reporting and controls in accordance with standards and
University needs. Establishes effective communications systems with
relevant departments for ongoing updates. Works closely with
University financial managers to understand their needs and
recommend solutions to emerging issues relative to Position Control
and Budgetary Account Control guidelines and departmental needs.
Develops and provides training to and solicits input from
university users. Recommends improvements in the University’s
interests and implements approved changes. Analyze financial
variances and trends, providing timely reports to management.
Prepare regular financial reports detailing budgetary performance
and key financial metrics. Present financial information to
relevant stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations for
improvement. Assist in preparing financial statements and reports
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Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in
Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration with 2 years of
appropriate experience in the related field required. Proficiency
in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as pivot
tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data visualization tools to
support financial analysis and reporting. Experience working in a
higher education environment is preferred, particularly with an
understanding of academic and administrative structures, budgeting
processes, and compliance requirements within public or nonprofit
institutions. Familiarity with Workday, especially in the areas of
finance, human resources, or budgeting modules, is highly valued.
The candidate should be comfortable navigating Workday's interface,
generating reports, and utilizing the system for financial planning
and operational support. Salary: $40,0000 a year. College or
Department: DFA: University Budget Office Location: Boca Raton Work
Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with
additional hours during the fiscal year's peak period. Application
Deadline: 2026-04-13 Special Instructions to Applicant: This
recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still
under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close
without prior notice. Update to Position: Update Job Title from
Budget Analyst to Budget Specialist. Temporary positions are not
established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary
positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement;
however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage
depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide
full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt
employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance
with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do
not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice.
Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular
appointment should a vacancy become available. APPLICATION
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed
transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from
their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start
of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected
candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment
screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings
may include a criminal background check (level I and level II),
motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and
drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS: Individuals with
disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources
at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants
or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu
or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561)
297-3004.
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