Xavier University’s Office of Financial Planning and Budgets is seeking applications for the Associate Budget Director. Under the guidance of the AVP, the role is responsible for the analytical support of Xavier’s financial strategy, informing decision making and facilitating effective use of financial and employee resources by all university departments. The Associate Director will support the analysis requirements for proposed new programs and initiatives and will support the financial planning and forecasting efforts, financial modeling, sensitivity analysis and other analytics and reporting including the compilation of high quality financial and narrative reports and presentations. This position independently evaluates transactions and situations and applies policies and procedures; interprets, monitors, and administers budgets; coordinates budget aspects of academic and/or staff personnel matters and ensures the integrity of the budget structure. In collaboration with the Director, Benefits, Compensation & HR Technology this position will manage the university position budgets, reporting and analysis of vacancies and head count. This position has one direct report.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - includes but not limited to:
Position Control
Budget Compliance
· Manage the monitoring, maintenance and control of the University’s operating budget to effect budget compliance, including tracking and implementing approved revisions
· Monitor and evaluate compliance with budgetary restrictions and communicate issues with internal customers
· Develop, document and implement policies and procedures, both within the budget office and throughout the University, with recommendations for improvement
· Serve as a resource person to budget authorities in understanding and administering budgets
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives.
Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website. Candidates are asked to include with their cover letter a brief statement on how they might support/contribute to Xavier’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
BENEFITS:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.
Required Skills
Required Experience
Bachelors or minimum 2 years equivalent relevant work experience.