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Syracuse University · 5 months ago

Assistant Director of Budget and Planning

Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with a rich history and diverse offerings. The Office of Budget and Planning is seeking an Assistant Director focused on budgeting, financial planning, and analysis for tuition and financial aid, supporting the effective deployment of financial resources in alignment with the University's mission.

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Responsibilities

Forecasting, analysis, budget development and monitoring of school and college tuition aid financial aid

Maintain budget, estimates and 10-year budget plans for schools and colleges

Perform complex what-if analysis on demand and develop complex modeling tools to inform annual budget preparation, monthly financial reporting, and long-range forecasting and support institutional decision-making

Examine budget proposals and long-range plans for completeness, accuracy and consistency with established procedures and organizational objectives

Development and analysis of materials for annual budget sessions, including key performance indicators and operational metrics for schools and colleges

Prepare University monthly estimated final reporting, including variance analysis and preparation of supporting schedules

Develop and maintain tools and reports to support accurate and comprehensive financial analysis

Collaborate and communicate with school/college budget partners regarding budget preparation, historical budget figures and financial trends, estimated revenues and expenses necessary for accurate reporting

Contribute analytical guidance and process recommendations to school/college budget partners to assist in sound budgeting and financial management

Assist with annual reporting of budget and 10-year long range plan for school/college and other specialized financial reports for executive leadership

Analysis and reconciliation of fiscal year-end RCM closing

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

Provide consultation, making recommendations ensuring financial sustainability and support stewardship of the University’s financial resources

Represent the department on committees and special project teams as needed

Engage in special projects and scenarios related to the University’s budget plan

Training on an as-needed basis to maintain effectiveness in position

Qualification

Financial planningBudgetingAnalytical skillsPeopleSoftTableauCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailCollaborationFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree required preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or related field with five (5) plus years of experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, or accounting

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 computers skills including knowledge of and proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Build and maintain business partnerships to support schools and colleges

Willingness to learn new software applications as necessary