Budget/Business Analyst

Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding dentists and dental hygienists. Our challenging clinical education and our expert faculty members provide future oral health professionals with the skills they need in order to become the best.

We, at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, are all committed to maintaining an environment of excellence and eminence, and this commitment shines through in all that we do.

The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Budget/Business Analyst to join our Office of Finance. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the financial management and success of one of USC’s leading schools. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on budget activities, supporting our mission to provide excellence in education, research, and patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and monitor assigned budgets, analyzing income and expenses to ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Reconcile accounts, prepare financial reports, and address discrepancies in collaboration with university staff.
• Assist in short- and long-term budget planning by compiling and organizing data for forecasts.
• Serve as a liaison for contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and preparing agency reports.
• Provide guidance on financial policies and procedures to faculty and staff, supporting transactions such as travel reimbursements and purchasing.
• Coordinate year-end financial activities, including account closures and transfers.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analyses as requested.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of professional experience in budget management, preferably within a university or institutional setting.
• Proficiency in automated spreadsheets and financial software systems.
• Strong knowledge of government and fund accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration with diverse teams.

Additional Information:
This position may involve supervising or leading project-based work for other team members. Familiarity with university financial systems and experience with grants administration are highly desirable.

Why Join Us?
At the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, we are committed to fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Joining our Office of Finance means becoming part of a team dedicated to supporting the success of our faculty, students, and staff.

The hourly rate for this position is $34.43. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Business administration, accounting or related degree and budget experience including knowledge of government and fund accounting. Strong computer skills with use of automated spreadsheets.