Strategic Finance Director — Admin & Budget

University of Kansas; Tipton; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas seeks a Director of Administration and Budget for the School of Journalism. This senior position leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, ensuring compliance with KU and state requirements.

The role requires building strategic financial plans, coordinating with leadership, and implementing robust fiscal controls. The successful candidate will manage resources, collaborate across departments, and support grant budgeting, with a focus on optimizing operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 3+ years in management or supervisory roles.
• Three+ years managing or monitoring sponsored projects with federal guidelines.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of budgets and financial operations.
• Develop and review organizational budgets; act as fiscal liaison between School and university offices.
• Lead continuous improvements to budgeting processes and financial controls.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Leadership

Strategic planning

Written communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in accounting/finance (preferred)

Tools

Oracle Cloud Financials

HR Pay systems

Job description

University of Kansas seeks a Director of Administration and Budget for the School of Journalism. This senior position leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, ensuring compliance with KU and state requirements.

The role requires building strategic financial plans, coordinating with leadership, and implementing robust fiscal controls. The successful candidate will manage resources, collaborate across departments, and support grant budgeting, with a focus on optimizing operations and