Finance & Operations Leader — Graduate School

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University seeks a Finance & Operations Manager for The Graduate School to lead financial operations, budgeting, and human resource processes. The role collaborates with the Dean and university partners to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliant practices.

The ideal candidate will have extensive budget management experience in higher education, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information within a complex organization.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with complex financial management functions (budgeting, reconciliation, forecasting).
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and senior officials.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage The Graduate School's operating and foundation budgets and accounts.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for leadership.
• Coordinate development of the annual budget with the Dean and leadership team.
• Supervise Graduate Assistantship-related financial processes and coordination.
• Oversee HR processes and graduate assistant hiring and administration.

Skills

Complex financial management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft Finance

Job description

James Madison University seeks a Finance & Operations Manager for The Graduate School to lead financial operations, budgeting, and human resource processes. The role collaborates with the Dean and university partners to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliant practices.

The ideal candidate will have extensive budget management experience in higher education, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information within a complex organization.