Budget & Reporting Analyst

About Roanoke College

Roanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner .

Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

This role plays a critical part in developing, analyzing, and delivering clear, timely, and actionable financial and data analytics reports that support budget managers in their responsibility as stewards of institutional resources. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the Colleague ERP system, proficiency with report writing tools, and a solid foundation in budgeting and financial reporting processes. Exceptional data interpretation skills, strong written communication abilities, and a talent for transforming complex data into compelling, narrative-driven insights are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand reporting needs and objectives
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various internal systems and databases
• Create structured, visually engaging reports using tools like Synoptix, Informer, Datatel Colleague and Excel
• Write clear, concise summaries and insights tailored to executive and departmental audiences
• Maintain and update reporting templates and dashboards for recurring reports
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of all internal reports
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable narratives
• Support ad hoc reporting requests and special projects as needed
• Uphold data privacy and compliance standards in all reporting activities

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Associate’s degree required in related field, such as Accounting, Finance, Business, or Data Analytics. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, formulas and data visualization) and technical fluency in ERP-based financial reporting
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences