University Budget Director

IMDiversity; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity is seeking a University Budget Director at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT. The role involves leading the integration of all budget planning initiatives, ensuring financial integrity, and managing a team of analysts. Ideal candidates will have over seven years of budget experience in higher education or governmental settings and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred. The university values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of budget experience, preferably in higher education or governmental setting.
• Skilled communicator and strategic thinker.
• Expertise in software and systems supporting budget decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of University budget planning initiatives.
• Oversight of campus budget planning processes.
• Collaborate in evaluation and assessment of opportunities for the University.

Skills

Budget experience

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in business administration, public administration, economics, or finance-related field

Job description

University Budget Director

University of Vermont - Burlington, VT

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Treasurer (VPF), provides leadership for the integration and coordination of all University budget planning initiatives to link past financial results and current budget results to maintain long range budget forecasts. Supports the VPF by providing to deans and vice presidents and their finance staffs high‑level analysis, assessment, budget‑related services, and relevant budget information. Responsible for construction, implementation and analysis of the University’s annual operating and capital budget planning processes.

Oversees the campus budget planning process, communicating implications of current assumptions for internal and external constituencies. Under the direction of the VPF, provides support for the Budget, Finance and Investment committee of the Board of Trustees, including drafting of memos and supporting materials. Facilitates regular meetings of the executive budget group to address immediate and long‑term financial issues. Working in collaboration with the Controller and other University officials, initiates, designs and oversees issue‑specific analyses as required to address current or future needs.

Presents financial information and provides training and updates to campus groups as requested. Frames responses to questions or issues raised by internal constituencies.

Collaborates with the Director of Institutional Research in developing and analyzing University data and with the staff of Enrollment Management in projecting net tuition revenue. Facilitates budget process improvement opportunities and problem‑resolution efforts involving a cross‑section of campus personnel.

Collaborates in evaluation and assessment of various opportunities presented to the University by external interests. Guides overall management of income/expense activity, standards and implementation. Works closely with the Vice President for Finance, the Controller and others to ensure continued financial integrity of the University and to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as with state and federal regulations.

Guides and participates in planning, implementation, upgrade and maintenance of information systems related to budget, financial planning and position management. Leads the staff of the Office of Financial Analysis and Budgeting, consisting of 4 professional analysts.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should have at least seven years of budget experience, preferably in a higher education or governmental setting, and a master’s degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or other finance‑related field. Applicants for this position should be skilled communicators, strategic thinkers, and have expertise in the use of software and systems that support budget decision‑making. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this position.

Diversity Statement

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.