Strategic Finance & Operations Lead – Provost Office

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia seeks a highly analytical Finance & Operation Manager for the Provost Budget & Finance Team in Charlottesville, VA. The role combines financial acumen with strategic initiative leadership to advance university priorities and resource allocation.

The position collaborates with the Associate Vice Provost, develops analyses and executive‑level materials, and drives initiatives from planning to execution in a complex university environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience independently leading projects and initiatives in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills for senior leader communications.
• Sound judgment and discretion handling confidential information with minimal direction.
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to support strategic decisions and resource allocation.
• Analyze multi-source financial and operational data to identify trends and implications for decision-making.
• Translate complex information into executive-ready presentations and decision materials.
• Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from definition through execution and follow-through.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across schools and units to ensure alignment and progress.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Project leadership

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia seeks a highly analytical Finance & Operation Manager for the Provost Budget & Finance Team in Charlottesville, VA. The role combines financial acumen with strategic initiative leadership to advance university priorities and resource allocation.

The position collaborates with the Associate Vice Provost, develops analyses and executive‑level materials, and drives initiatives from planning to execution in a complex university environment.