Strategic Director of Finance Reporting & Analytics

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington seeks a Senior Director of Financial Management Reporting Strategy and Center of Excellence to modernize financial reporting, define governance, and lead a high‑performing analytics team. The role sits in the VPCFO, reporting to the Associate Vice President of Financial Enterprise Engagement, and will drive strategic financial intelligence for the university.

The position emphasizes cross-campus collaboration, data governance, predictive analytics, and rolled‑up

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field(data analytics, information systems).
• 5 years in finance, financial administration, accounting, or related field.
• Master's degree (MBA, or related discipline) preferred.
• Higher education, public sector, or governmental organization experience preferred.
• Proven excellence in managing large initiatives from inception to execution.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead modernization of financial management reporting strategy and the Finance Reporting Center of Excellence (CoE).
• Lead Project Horizon to modernize IU's financial operations and systems.
• Establish enterprise data governance and standardized executive reporting.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing data analytics and BI team.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership and campuses.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Presentations

Collaboration & team building

Leadership & people management

Accountability

Attention to detail

Time management

Deadline driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field (data analytics, information systems)

Master's degree (MBA or related)

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington seeks a Senior Director of Financial Management Reporting Strategy and Center of Excellence to modernize financial reporting, define governance, and lead a high‑performing analytics team. The role sits in the VPCFO, reporting to the Associate Vice President of Financial Enterprise Engagement, and will drive strategic financial intelligence for the university.

The position emphasizes cross-campus collaboration, data governance, predictive analytics, and rolled‑up