University of Nebraska–Lincoln is hiring: Budget Data Analyst in Lincoln

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Budget Data Analyst

Department

Department Budget-0978

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250398

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/26/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 07/29/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Description of Work

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Budget Office seeks Budget Data Analyst in Lincoln, NE.

The Budget Data Analyst will serve as a budget data expert for the campus in order to support the Budget Office and various other campus data sources to manage the data pipeline from the campus into the budget model. More specific duties include: maintaining model structure mapping to include the details of model ownership, cost pool balancing, and state-aided model distribution; balancing model data to include mapping of cost objects, accounts, changes in cost object structures, changes in financial postings, and balancing of institutional revenue; maintaining model or software files in the integrated data warehouse; developing and reporting of standardized institutional analytics and meaningful on-demand reports; collaborating with campus data owners on current and future system integration mapping, including routine testing and maintenance to ensure reliable output of model data; designing and maintenance of reference guides, data dictionary entries, logic guides and training/educational materials and web page resources; and other duties as assigned.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, or related field (or foreign equivalent). Three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related positions in a University or Higher Education setting. Other special requirements include: three (3) years of experience in data reporting, including metrics, data analysis, and planning; three (3) years of experience in database design, maintenance, and relational database programming; and three (3) years of experience working with ERP management systems. Relational database programming, ERP financial system knowledge, good communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Business analytics/planning/reporting experience, SQL Programming experience

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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