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College Budget Analyst
Accounting - Finance
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Job Description
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Posting Details
Job Title
College Budget Analyst
Requisition Number
RE51083
Working Title
Department Name
81030:CAFE Business Center
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels; and some travel.
Shift
Primarily days. Typically Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; with additional hours as workload demands.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (M-G CAFE) at the University of Kentucky is seeking an energetic and self-motivated College Budget Analyst to join its dynamic Business Center team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the financial health and strategic support of a college that serves the Commonwealth through innovation, education, and outreach.
Position Overview:
The College Budget Analyst will:
Provide leadership in financial and budget management across the college.
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert on Land Grant Engagement accounts and awards.
Act as the Primary HR Administrator for the Dean’s Office and Ag Data Unit.
Maintain college-level Tableau reports.
Collaborate with Business Center colleagues on the annual budget preparation process.
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
Strong financial and analytical skills.
Experience working with grants, awards, and institutional funding structures.
Familiarity with Tableau or similar reporting tools.
Proven ability to manage HR processes and support cross-functional teams.
A proactive, collaborative mindset with a high attention to detail.
Why Join MG CAFE?
At M-G CAFE, we’re not just shaping Kentucky’s future.
We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment. Benefits of working with us include:
A formal mentoring program
Access to a staff development fund
A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
08/13/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Details
Job Title
College Budget Analyst
Requisition Number
RE51083
Working Title
Department Name
81030:CAFE Business Center
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels; and some travel.
Shift
Primarily days. Typically Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; with additional hours as workload demands.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (M-G CAFE) at the University of Kentucky is seeking an energetic and self-motivated College Budget Analyst to join its dynamic Business Center team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the financial health and strategic support of a college that serves the Commonwealth through innovation, education, and outreach.
Position Overview:
The College Budget Analyst will:
Provide leadership in financial and budget management across the college.
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert on Land Grant Engagement accounts and awards.
Act as the Primary HR Administrator for the Dean’s Office and Ag Data Unit.
Maintain college-level Tableau reports.
Collaborate with Business Center colleagues on the annual budget preparation process.
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
Strong financial and analytical skills.
Experience working with grants, awards, and institutional funding structures.
Familiarity with Tableau or similar reporting tools.
Proven ability to manage HR processes and support cross-functional teams.
A proactive, collaborative mindset with a high attention to detail.
Why Join MG CAFE?
At M-G CAFE, we’re not just shaping Kentucky’s future.
We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment. Benefits of working with us include:
A formal mentoring program
Access to a staff development fund
A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
08/13/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
