University Budget & Financial Planning Director

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking a Budget Director to serve as the chief budget planning and financial oversight officer. The role provides comprehensive financial planning, projections, and monitoring for all university departments and personnel, with duties including annual tuition and fee processes and revenue forecasting.

On-site in Cullowhee, NC, the EHRA-exempt position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs, supporting campus leadership through budgeting best

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state accounting principles and UNC System budgeting policies.
• Experience with higher education budgeting and financial management.
• Ability to lead professional staff and communicate complex financial information clearly.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Staff leadership

Communicate financial information

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Project management

Presentations to executives

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration/Accounting/Finance or related field

Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years' budget administration experience

Tools

Banner Finance

Excel (advanced functions)

Job description

Western Carolina University is seeking a Budget Director to serve as the chief budget planning and financial oversight officer. The role provides comprehensive financial planning, projections, and monitoring for all university departments and personnel, with duties including annual tuition and fee processes and revenue forecasting.

On-site in Cullowhee, NC, the EHRA-exempt position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs, supporting campus leadership through budgeting best