Finance Director, Budgets & Strategic Planning

UNKNOWN; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and robust analysis in support of the school’s mission and long-term financial sustainability.

You will partner with the Dean and Executive Director of Finance and Administration to drive a transparent budgeting process and accurate forecasting. The role emphasizes Workday-based reporting, financial transparency, and collaboration across units to improve efficiency and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is required.
• Accounting/Business related experience (5 years) is required.
• No specific certification or professional license is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership for the Dean and budgeting process.
• Forecasting, reconciliation, and variance analysis to support decisions.
• Monitor financial performance and provide timely reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Budgeting

Communication

Confidentiality

Payroll

Prioritization

Multicultural Environments

Group Problem Solving

Staff Hiring

Student Information Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master of Business Administration

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and robust analysis in support of the school’s mission and long-term financial sustainability.

You will partner with the Dean and Executive Director of Finance and Administration to drive a transparent budgeting process and accurate forecasting. The role emphasizes Workday-based reporting, financial transparency, and collaboration across units to improve efficiency and accountability.