Director of Budget Operations & Strategy

William & Mary; Williamsburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary seeks a Director of Budget Operations to lead the university’s operating budget development, forecasting, and multi-year planning. You will collaborate with senior leadership to ensure fiscal discipline across all funds and systems, including Workday transitions.

The role requires strong budget management, strategic financial analysis, and effective mentoring of staff, with a focus on supporting university priorities and legislative compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing and managing budgets for large organizations.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to report in multiple formats.
• Excellent communication and leadership with mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer the university’s annual operating budget across all fund sources.
• Lead financial forecasting and six-year planning with senior leadership.
• Oversee financial system transitions and data model/chart of accounts.
• Provide fiscal guidance and training to budget units.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Budget forecasting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

William & Mary seeks a Director of Budget Operations to lead the university’s operating budget development, forecasting, and multi-year planning. You will collaborate with senior leadership to ensure fiscal discipline across all funds and systems, including Workday transitions.

The role requires strong budget management, strategic financial analysis, and effective mentoring of staff, with a focus on supporting university priorities and legislative compliance.