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Stetson University Budget Director EX9852 in DeLand, Florida
The Budget Director supports Stetson University by planning and managing the University’s strategic, capital, and operational planning processes, developing budgets, and recommending resource allocation. Serving as a member of the Budget Office Team, the Budget Director will perform financial review and analyses and compile financial and program information on institutional needs and relate those needs to available resources in a manner that will facilitate executive decision-making. In alignment with Stetson’s Strategic Priorities (https://www.stetson.edu/other/about/media/sp-brochure.pdf) , the Budget Director will manage all aspects of the Budget Office including the daily activities of the University budget while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes.
Work Environment: Hybrid work location available, at the discretion of the supervisor. Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours, and some travel may be required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:
Plan and direct the annual institutional budgeting process, ensuring the budget is developed in alignment with the institutional strategic plan and available resources
Monitor budget and actual trends, pro-actively addressing issues with department heads, collaborating on solutions; and providing year-end projections and variance explanations throughout the year
Prepare budget reports, interpreting and communicating budget results and strategies to senior leadership, University Board of Trustees, and a variety of constituencies
Work closely with the AVP to develop, analyze, and present management information as is necessary for financial analysis and forecasting, evaluation of programs and internal allocations, and to support sound executive decision making
Develop, recommend, and implement financial planning policies and guidelines to support long-term financial modeling and financial support for the University’s strategic plan using Synario
Pro-actively identify opportunities and collaborate with stakeholder groups to develop or improve quality of reporting and processes
Support staffing governance process and position management
Prepare and coordinate the University’s fiscal year end reconciliation between budget and audit results
Serve as a member of university committees as assigned
Supervise budget office staff
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of budget policy, finance, and financial reporting
Analytical abilities and skills to address complex budget issues, including formulating and implementing resolution plans
Ability to develop and implement creative and innovative budget strategies
Sophisticated user of Excel, reporting and budget modeling/forecasting tools
Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours; some travel may be required
Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion through both the completion of job duties and in interactions with others
Ability to lead cross-functional groups, work in diverse teams, and build consensus among divergent perspectives
Support the University’s Mission and Values (https://www.stetson.edu/other/about/mission-and-values.php)
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
A minimum of (10) years of progressively responsible experience in a related field
Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
Higher education experience preferred or equivalent experience with generally accepted accounting principles, budgeting, finance, and reporting
Banner/ARGOS/Synario experience
Master’s degree in related fields
Salary Grade: 10