Budget Director - 999503
- University Finance
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Title: Budget Director - 999503
Position Number: 999503
Unit/Department: University Finance
FTE: 1.0
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Department Summary:
The Office of Finance includes Student Accounts, Accounting/Accounts Payable/Procurement, Budgeting, Endowment, and Finance functions, along with the Financial Aid Office.
Job Summary:
The Budget Director provides oversight, support, and direction for the University budget. The Budget Director works closely with the CFO and University leadership in establishing the annual budget, monitoring budget to actual activity during the year, developing projections of year end and future operating budget results, and reporting on the operating budget. The Budget Director also works closely with unit leaders and budget/officer managers related to their budgets.
The Budget Director reports to the University’s CFO. The Budget Director serves as one of five members of the Finance leadership team that provides oversight and strategic direction to the Finance staff. The Budget Director is expected to support the University Continuous Improvement Plan initiatives and live out the University Core Values.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of relevant experience
- Hold a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, finance, or management
- Exceptional Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong data management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Ellucian's Banner or similar ERP systems
- Knowledge of accounting principles
Job Duties:
- 30% - Develop, compile, communicate, summarize, and maintain the annual budget data in spreadsheets and the University ERP system that is submitted to senior management and Board of Trustees for approval. - (Essential)
- 20% - Provide management and financial analysis summary reports on the university budget on a monthly/quarterly basis to Chief Financial Officer. Prepare ad hoc reports and data analysis as requested. - (Essential)
- 15% - Coordinate with President’s Council, Deans, Directors, and Budget/Office Managers on budget development, budget projections, and budget analysis. - (Essential)
- 15% - Develop, implement, and maintain systems for management reporting, financial planning, forecasting, projections, and cost analysis. - (Essential)
- 10% - Coordinate with the Human Resources Office on all activities related to position control and salary planner process. Monitor and review salary compensation requests as it relates to overall budget. - (Essential)
- 5% - Serve on the Finance leadership team with the CFO, Controller, Assistant Treasurer, and Financial Aid Director. Actively participate in Finance strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives. - (Essential)
- 5% - Identify, develop, and implement ongoing improvements and enhancements to the budgetary planning, administration, control, and related business processes, as appropriate. - (Essential)
- Perform other duties as assigned - (Essential)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants should complete the online application and include a resume and cover letter.
If you have questions the application process, please email us at jobs@drake.edu
Salary & Benefits
The salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) position.
At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide: Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2024).
One of our very popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in not one, but two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. You can learn about both the tuition waiver policy and tuition exchange programs here: Tuition Benefits.
Review of Applications Begins:
Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain posted until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake:
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our Core Values. Learn more about our DEI commitment and efforts here.
We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, where requested in our online application system.
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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