University System of Maryland          Job Class Specification TITLE: BUDGET ANALYST I JOB CODE: N10BD1 FLSA: NONEXEMPT JOB TYPE: SYSTEMWIDE EEO6: H50 JOB FAMILY/SERIES: FIN IPED-SOC: 13-2031

APPROVED BY: Chancellor Donald N. Langenberg EFFECTIVE DATE: 07/01/1996

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, performs entry level professional work in
budget formulation, implementation and adjustment functions.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1.  Assists in examining a variety of budgets and financial statements
    for completeness, accuracy and conformity with applicable
    policies, procedures and requirements associated with budget
    review, formulation, and submission processes.

2.  Assists in preparing and monitoring budgets and accounts.
    Identifies errors and discrepancies.  Prepares and assembles
    financial and statistical data and basic reports for use in budget
    evaluation.

3.  Assists in providing technical advice and assistance to support
    staff as needed and to departments in the preparation of budgets.

4.  Updates manual and automated files and recordkeeping systems and
    ensures accuracy of data.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  Bachelors degree in accounting or related field with a
minimum of nine (9) credits in Accounting.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Working knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP).  Ability to apply basic analytical
skills; to use calculators; to communicate effectively both orally and
in writing; to perform basic mathematical computations; to operate
personal computers and related software; to understand and apply
budgetary policies and practices; to prepare and present budgetary
reports and schedules; to operate manual and automated office
equipment.

OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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