Finance & Budget Leader, Higher Education

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks an Assistant Director of Fiscal Administration to lead the office’s financial operations, budget development, forecasting, and compliance with university policies and regulations. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting and internal controls to support strategic decision-making.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least five years of financial management experience in higher education or a similarly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management and accounting.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performs accounting and financial duties, prepares financial statements and reports.
• Coordinates budget development and monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Analyzes costs, monitors programs, and develops financial solutions.
• Prepares reports and presents financial analysis data and statistics.
• Maintains record keeping and accounting systems via computer technology.
• Acts as liaison to university offices on budget/financial issues.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Auburn University seeks an Assistant Director of Fiscal Administration to lead the office’s financial operations, budget development, forecasting, and compliance with university policies and regulations. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting and internal controls to support strategic decision-making.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least five years of financial management experience in higher education or a similarly regulated environment.