Academic Budget Director: Strategy & Forecasting

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Academic Budget to lead budget preparation, forecasting, and financial reporting across EVPP programs. You will coordinate DPAC activities, manage multi-year commitments, and ensure accurate tracking of grants, stipends, and start-up funds.

The role requires strong project management, Excel proficiency and communication with senior leadership. Remote work is not indicated; on-campus responsibilities at UT Main Campus apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience with accounting or finance and complex administrative functions.
• Progressive experience with planning, forecasting, modeling, and financial analyses.
• Demonstrated outstanding analytical skills for budgetary, financial, and organizational performance.

Responsibilities

• Budget Preparation, Commitment Tracking and Planning.
• Develop budget planning guidelines and templates for budget requests.
• Review and maintain processes to meet recurring submission deadlines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/related field

Master’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

DEFINE

Workday

COGNOS

PowerBI

Job description

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Academic Budget to lead budget preparation, forecasting, and financial reporting across EVPP programs. You will coordinate DPAC activities, manage multi-year commitments, and ensure accurate tracking of grants, stipends, and start-up funds.

The role requires strong project management, Excel proficiency and communication with senior leadership. Remote work is not indicated; on-campus responsibilities at UT Main Campus apply.