The Field Museum is looking for a Budget Analyst to assist the Budget
and Grant Administrator with analysis of all aspects of Museum funding
and revenue. Please forward any inquiries to xxxxxx@fmnh.org.

Position Title:         Budget Analyst

Reports to (Title):     Budget and Grant Administrator

Department:             Budget

The Budget Analyst will act as support to the Budget Administrator.
This position will be responsible for compiling, monitoring, and
disseminating data, as needed to prepare various reports. These
internal and external reports will include federal and foundation
grant reporting, the Senior Management Report, and monthly financial
reports. In addition, the Budget Analyst will assist staff with the
attendance reports, the Museum's financial reports, budget issues,
research, and problem resolution.

Assists the Budget Administrator with the compiling, preparing, monitoring,
and dissemination of internal and external monthly reports. These reports will
include the monthly management report, monthly financial statements, quarterly
grant reports, and various budget and expense reports.

Assist various departmental staff in understanding the Museum's financial
reports, financial systems, and procedures. Includes answering staff questions,
and assisting with problem resolution, and communication within and outside
of department.

Assist the Budget Administrator with the preparation of data for the annual
audits.
Includes yearlong archiving of data, verification of  allowability of grant
expenses, and compliance with grant general conditions..

Responsible for the compilation and maintenance of attendance data, preparing
various spreadsheets and charts from this data.

Work with Computing department to address the reporting needs of the finance
area
and individual departments. Produce specialized reports as needed on a
monthly basis.

Excellent computer skills and ability to perform financial analyses. Good
communication skills and ability to work with a variety of people. Accuracy
and attention to detail are imperative. College degree with a proficiency in
finance and accounting. Minimum two years experience working with/and a
proficiency
with computers and spreadsheets.

Salary: Based on Experience, starting in upper 20's

Lisa E. Wodis
Budget Administrator
The Field Museum of Natural History
Roosevelt Road at Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois  60605
Phone (312)922-9410, extension 542
Fax   (312)922-0743