Strategic Budget Director — Higher Education Finance

Southern Utah University; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah, seeks an experienced finance leader to develop and implement the E&G and auxiliary budgets, ensuring alignment with the university's priorities and strong financial controls.

The role oversees budgeting operations, analyzes data, forecasts revenues and expenses, and collaborates with campus partners to provide accurate reporting and compliant financial management. This is a full-time staff position with opportunities for impact and growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting or related field with 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• Understanding of accounting and budget principles and practices.
• Higher education finance experience, governmental accounting knowledge.
• Advanced spreadsheet skills and ability to analyze financial data.
• Ability to organize multiple projects and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct/manage staff in budget operations and ensure proper budgetary controls.
• Evaluate budget models and assist with forecasting and analysis.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the university's mission.
• Submit required state financial reports to higher education and government offices.
• Coordinate institutional financial resources for financial aid leveraging.
• Prepare and present budgets, models, and processes to University Cabinet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Policy development

Staff leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Banner/Ellucian

SQL Developer

Job description

Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah, seeks an experienced finance leader to develop and implement the E&G and auxiliary budgets, ensuring alignment with the university's priorities and strong financial controls.

The role oversees budgeting operations, analyzes data, forecasts revenues and expenses, and collaborates with campus partners to provide accurate reporting and compliant financial management. This is a full-time staff position with opportunities for impact and growth.