Capital Budget Analyst

About the Opportunity
The Capital Budget
Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the financial management and
oversight of capital improvement projects and budgets for the UNC System. This
position is responsible for receiving, reviewing, and preparing capital project
materials for UNC Board of Governors meetings, ensuring that all materials are
complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable regulations. The analyst is
also tasked with establishing capital project authority in the Interscope
system, as authorized by various governing bodies, including the General
Assembly, Board of Governors, UNC President, Boards of Trustees, and
Chancellors, and revising project authorizations as necessary based on actions
taken by these bodies. In addition to managing project authorizations, the
Capital Budget Analyst ensures that all transactions in the Interscope system
are processed accurately and in a timely manner. This includes coordinating
with the Office of State Budget Management (OSBM) and other stakeholders to
resolve issues and ensure the integrity of project data. The position also
provides technical support to UNC System institutions regarding the Interscope
system and assists in the resolution of any challenges related to State
Construction Office's processes.

The analyst is also
responsible for administering the capital project advertisement processes,
including posting, updating, and archiving advertisements on the UNC and State
eVP websites, as well as preparing and distributing capital project award
letters. This role ensures that all project documentation is maintained both
electronically within the office and in the Interscope system, facilitating
easy access and recordkeeping. A significant aspect of the role is the
preparation of financial reports, including those required for Board of
Governors meetings and statutory reporting obligations. The Capital Budget
Analyst monitors and analyzes capital project expenditure data through the NC
Financial System (NCFS), ensuring expenditures are appropriately captured and
reflected in reports. Additionally, the analyst supports the production of
reports within the capital planning group and ensures that capital projects are
properly budgeted in accordance with their authorizations within the State's
IBIS system.

The Capital Budget
Analyst ensures that all capital project activities are accurately documented,
compliant with legal requirements, and aligned with the UNC System's broader
planning goals. This position works closely with the Vice President for Finance
and Capital Planning and the Director of Capital Planning to provide
comprehensive support for capital improvement project authorization, budgeting,
and execution, and monitors the overall administration of the capital financial
management of the UNC System.

This position is a hybrid work arrangement and will work at least three days per week onsite at the Dillon building in downtown Raleigh's Warehouse District. UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

About the UNC System Office

The UNC System Office includes the offices of the President and other senior administrators of the multi-campus University of North Carolina System. The UNC System is a treasured public institution dedicated to serving the people of North Carolina through world-class teaching, research, and community engagement. Today, nearly 250,000 students are enrolled in our 16 universities across the state and at the NC School of Science and Mathematics. System Office staff is responsible for executing the policies of the UNC Board of Governors and providing University-wide leadership in the areas of academic affairs, business and financial management, long-range planning, student affairs, research, legal affairs, and government relations. The UNC System Office also has administrative oversight of a number of University affiliates, including PBS North Carolina, the North Carolina Arboretum, the NC State Education Assistance Authority, and University of North Carolina Press.

About the Team
The Finance and Administration division works as staff to the Board of Governors, president, and chief operating officer to support the financial management of the UNC System. This includes the areas of budget development and execution, facilities, property, capital construction, debt management, procurement policy, tuition and fee development, efficiency efforts, and analysis of policy changes with a fiscal impact.

Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related discipline such as Finance, Accounting, or Economics; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Competencies
*Strong analytical skills and ability to apply critical thinking to identify and solve problems. *Ability to work independently and successfully lead or manage projects. *Ability to research, analyze, and summarize complex data while delivering accurate results under tight deadlines. *Ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines. *Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and problem solve with employees at all levels within the System Office, across the universities, OSBM, and other entities. *Strong Excel and Word skills. Knowledgeable of Adobe. *Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
*Knowledge of the use of an enterprise-wide program management database system.
*Knowledge of the State Construction Office Interscope System preferred.
*Knowledge of state capital budget principles and policies including the State Budget Act, State Budget Manual, relevant UNC System policy manual, and UNC System practices.
*Knowledge of DocuSign or similar document processing system.
*Knowledge of state budget and financial systems IBIS (Integrated Budget Information System) and NCFS (North Carolina Financial System).

• Classification: Finance/Budget Analyst II
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Employment Type: EHRA
• EHRA Category: Instructional, Research and Information Technology
• Location: Raleigh, NC USA
• Position Number: G0001029
• Special Instructions to Applicants: The posting remains open until filled, but applications received by Tuesday, June 10, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Human Resources Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: recruiter@northcarolina.edu.