Job Description
Assistant Director
Job #: F00780
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $112,000 - $125,000
Hours: Standard University business hours.
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
The Office of Budget and Planning seeks an Assistant Director of Budget and Planning. The Assistant Director of Budget and Planning is responsible for providing analysis, recommendations and assistance regarding fiscal year budgeting and long-range planning of the University's resources.
The Office of Budget and Planning provides budgetary and fiscal management leadership supporting the effective deployment of financial resources in alignment with the University's mission and strategic objectives. This position will support departmental goals and objectives through effective collaboration and constructive partnership with colleagues and campus stakeholders. Responsibilities include annual budget preparation, year-end estimated finals and 10-year long-range planning with the goal of ensure the effective allocation of University resources. Through direct collaboration and partnership with campus constituents, this position serves as an advisor for University units on matters pertaining to their respective budgets. The Assistant Director will conduct financial modeling and analysis to guide data informed decision-making in support of achieving strategic goals and objectives for both departmental units and the University as a whole.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration with a least 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting or accounting. Master's degree preferred.
- Experience in higher education or in a large organization preferred.
Job Specific Qualifications:
Skills and Knowledge:
- Must work collaboratively and cooperatively with University personnel at all levels.
- Ability to respond flexibly and positively in all circumstances, working calmly under pressure.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion regarding sensitive and confidential information.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and in written; proven ability to communicate complex information to a diverse audience in an understandable manner.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to work independently, prioritizing workload under pressure of competing assignments and converging deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Advanced understanding of financial principles, including review and analysis of complex financial information.
- Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent computer skills including knowledge of and proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Extensive use and understanding of Hyperion Planning, Essbase and Tableau preferred.
- Ability to build and maintain financial models using advanced Excel functions.
- Willingness to learn new software applications as necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Syracuse University units with financial planning including annual budget development, monitoring financial performance, creation of financial models for strategic initiatives and 10-year long-range forecasting in support of University priorities and goals.
- Provide recommendations to senior management regarding budget requests, programmatic changes and financial implications.
- Perform complex what-if analysis as required.
- Develop and maintain complex modeling tools to inform annual budget preparation, support accurate and comprehensive monthly financial performance reporting, and long-range forecasting and support institutional decision-making.
- Prepare monthly estimated final reporting in partnership with units, including variance analysis and preparation of supporting schedules.
- Development and analysis of materials for annual budget sessions, including key performance indicators and operational metrics.
- Analysis and reconciliation of fiscal year-end closing and operational results including carry forward calculations.
- Work collaboratively with unit budget partners to identify, evaluate and monitor funding sources for optimal resource allocation.
- Provide consultation, making recommendations to ensure sound budgeting and financial management, financial sustainability and support stewardship of the University's financial resources.
- Monitor spending, review expense and position requests in accordance with budget and financial objectives, exercising discretion and sound judgement in decision-making.
- Recommend appropriate course of action when financial results differ from plan.
- Respond to direct inquiries from the University community by advising and counseling regarding budgets, financial transactions and University policy and procedures and best business practices.
- Collaborate with budget partners regarding budget preparation, historical budget figures and financial trends, estimated revenues and expenses necessary for accurate reporting.
- Contribute analytical guidance, Hyperion Planning and ad hoc reporting training, tools and process recommendations.
- Represent the department on committees and special project teams when area of expertise is required.
- Engage in special projects and scenarios related to the University's budget plan.
About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
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