University Budget Director Saint Mary's College of California

Another Sources clientSaint Marys College of California is recruiting aUniversity Budget Directorto join their team in Moraga CA.Internally this position is titled:Director of Budget Financial Planning & Institutional Strategy

Heresa little about Saint Marys College of California:
Saint Marys College of California is a nationally recognized private Catholic institution rooted in the Lasallian tradition committed to academic excellence social justice and the holistic development of its students. Located in the scenic East Bay hills the College offers a close-knit mission-driven community whilemaintainingstrong ties to the broader Bay Areas innovation economy.

With a focus on transformative education Saint Marys serves a diverse student population across undergraduate graduate and professional programs. As the College advances its strategic priorities there is a strong emphasis on thoughtful growth long-term sustainability and data-informed decision-making - making this an exciting time to join the institution.

Learn more about Saint Marys College: this opportunity stands out:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strong budgeting or financial planning professional who is ready to move from divisional or department-level budgeting into broader institution-wide leadership and strategy. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President/CFO this role offers direct exposure to executive decision-making Board-level visibility and the opportunity to influence financial planning across the entire College.

Candidates will work closely with an accomplished CFO with extensive experience leading institutional financial strategy and transformation making this an ideal next step for someone looking to expand their leadership scope and grow their impact within a complex mission-driven organization. Higher education experience iswelcomed butnot.

About this role:

This is a highly visible strategic leadership role at the center of institutional decision-making. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer the University Budget Director will shape how resources areallocatedacross the College and play a key role in advancing institutional priorities.

Youlllead the Colleges budget planning processes oversee a$140M operating budget and partner closely with executive leadership academic leaders and administrative units.

This is a high-impact director-level role designed for a hands-on leader who enjoys owning the full lifecycle of financial planning- from strategy through execution.Youllserve as a trusted thought partner to leadership while also driving the work forward directly- building models guiding decisions and translating complex financial data into actionable insights.

How you will spend your time:

• Lead the Colleges annual and multi-year budget development process partnering with senior leadership the Budget Committee and the Board of Trustees

• Guide strategic planning and resource allocation by evaluating institutional priorities and aligning financial plans with long-term goals

• Develop and implement financial planning models policies and tools to support data-driven decision-making

• Monitor budget performance throughout the fiscal year providing analysis forecasts and recommendations for adjustments

• Partner with academic and administrative leaders (including Deans and Directors) to support budget planning clarify needs and advise on financial strategy

• Build andmaintainfinancial models and scenario analyses to inform institutional planning and assessfinancial impact

• Collaborate with Human Resources on salary and benefits planning including position control and workforce-related analytics

• Work closely with the Provosts Office on faculty budgeting and long-term academic planning

• Support executive leadership and the Board of Trustees with reporting analysis and insights on financial performance

• Partner with the Controllers Office on cash flow projections reporting and overall financial health

• Serve as a campus-wide resource on budgeting policies processes and best practices

Minimum Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in finance business administration public administration accounting public policy or a related field

• 5 yearsof progressively responsible experience in budgeting financial planning or related areas preferably within higher education or a nonprofit environment

• Strong experience developing financial models forecasts and complex analyses to support strategic decision-making

• Demonstrated ability to lead planning and budgeting processes in a collaborative multi-stakeholder environment

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse audiences

• Proven organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• High levelof discretion and ability to handle confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education or similarly complex institutions

• Advancedproficiencyin Excel and financial modeling tools

• Experience supporting executive leadership and/or board-level reporting

Whatsin it for you:
Theanticipatedsalary for this position isapproximatelyupto$180000commensuratewith experience.

Saint Marys College offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health financial well-being and work-life balance including medical dental and retirement benefits as well as generous paid time off and access to campus resources.

Explore benefits at Saint Marys College: Employment Opportunity:
Saint Marys College of California is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an environment free from discrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employeeon the basis ofrace color religion national origin sex age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected statusin accordance withapplicable laws.

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