Strategic Finance Partner - Budgeting & Forecasts (Hybrid)

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Assistant Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership for a large academic unit. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, advising senior leaders and partnering with faculty and administrators to advance priorities.

This hybrid role (3 days on campus) requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 7+ years’ experience, and an MBA or related master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience.
• MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience managing multiple funding sources, including sponsored research, endowments, gifts, and unrestricted funds.
• Familiarity with university financial systems and policies (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis for the unit, translating complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Prepare variance analyses and trend reports for department leadership.
• Develop and deliver financial presentations for Steering Committee and Executive Committee meetings.
• Work with Department Administrators and Executive Directors to create clear costings and guide program managers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

University financial systems

Job description

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Assistant Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership for a large academic unit. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, advising senior leaders and partnering with faculty and administrators to advance priorities.

This hybrid role (3 days on campus) requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 7+ years’ experience, and an MBA or related master’s degree.