Budget Planning and Operations Analyst - Arizona State University

Another Source's client, Arizona State University, is recruiting a Budget Planning and Operations Analyst to join their team in Tempe, Arizona. This role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote). 

Here's a little about Arizona State University: 
Arizona State University (ASU) is one of the nation’s most forward-thinking public research institutions, serving more than 140,000 students and consistently ranked the most innovative university in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report for eight consecutive years. Guided by its Charter, ASU is committed to inclusion, student success, and driving measurable impact locally and globally. 

Within ASU, the Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) plays a central role in shaping financial strategy and institutional priorities. The team supports resource planning, financial sustainability, and high-level decision-making across the university. OPB’s culture is grounded in collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and transparency—fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and complex financial data is translated into meaningful insights. 

About this role: 
This is a highly collaborative and visible role at the intersection of financial planning and institutional strategy. As a Budget Planning and Operations Analyst, you will serve as a key partner to academic and administrative leaders, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis that directly informs decision-making at the highest levels. 

You’ll also contribute to critical external reporting for state agencies and governing bodies, gaining exposure to public-sector budgeting processes and policy considerations. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys working with data, building relationships, and turning financial insights into actionable recommendations. 

Your Contribution Will Likely Include: 

• Serving as the primary budget liaison for assigned academic or administrative (VP-level) units, supporting financial planning and resource allocation  

• Supporting ASU’s annual budgeting cycle, quarterly forecasting, and mid-year CFO financial review processes  

• Developing revenue and expense forecasts, variance analyses, and financial models to inform decision-making  

• Conducting financial statement analysis, account reconciliations, and transaction research to support planning efforts  

• Managing and processing financial activity from assigned central university accounts  

• Utilizing Workday Adaptive Planning and Workday Financial Management System (FMS) to develop data-driven insights and solutions  

• Providing technical guidance to stakeholders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting capabilities  

• Building strong working relationships with stakeholders across the university, including mid- and senior-level leadership  

• Preparing financial schedules and supporting materials for external reporting to ABOR, JLBC, and OSPB  

• Assisting with legislative budget requests, tuition proposals, and ad hoc financial analyses  

• Ensuring compliance with university, board, and state financial policies and regulations  

Experience You Will Bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, public administration, public policy, economics, higher education administration, or a related field  

• At least one (1) year of experience in budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis (internships or student employment included), or an equivalent combination of education and experience  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills  

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights  

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey financial information to diverse audiences  

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams in a dynamic environment  

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in a related field such as finance, business, public administration, public policy, economics, or higher education administration  

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis, preferably in public or nonprofit sectors (higher education a plus)  

• Experience with enterprise systems such as Workday Adaptive Planning, Workday Financial Management System (FMS), or PeopleSoft  

Compensation & Benefits 
The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000. 

Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and tuition reduction programs. Learn more: https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. 

 
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