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Director of Budgets & Financial Planning
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Position Number: 5698676
Location: Durham, NC
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Director of Budgets & Financial Planning

North Carolina Central University

Closing Date: at 11:55 PM

Primary Purpose of Position:
Under the general direction of the Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance, the Budgets & Financial Planning Director will provide oversight and management for NCCU expense, budget, and financial operations to include advisement in assessing the strategic deployment of resources and budgetary allocation transactions. Participates in committees and special purpose meetings, projects, and strategic initiatives in developing policy that financially impacts NCCU. Conducts analyses of finance issues, provides potential solutions, and proactively advises senior leadership on business and financial matters; involved in building financial models that aid in planning and decision making. Develops latest budget planning tools to tie the University's strategic plan to the University's funding plan. Must engage all areas of the University to assist in creating buy-in and understanding of the University's funding requirements.

Minimum Education/Experience:
A bachelor's degree in a related field is required;
Qualifications and Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of 5-7 years of senior-level budget development, implementation, analysis, and planning experience in a complex organization. Master's degree preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Prior higher education and/or state/local government budget experience is preferred;

Experience in addressing and developing organizational-wide budgetary priorities and needs;

Familiarity with various budget models;

Proficient in statistical analysis, revenue forecasting, financial modeling, project modeling, and business plan development;

Possess comprehensive analytical skills;

Strong leadership skills, experience leading knowledgeable subject matter experts, and developing staff;

Experience leading complex financial systems and organizations;

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to establish and maintain cooperative and harmonious working relationships with students, faculty, and staff;

Coalition building and collaboration skills

A commitment to collaborative decision-making in the workplace;

Five years or more of supervisory experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.nccu.edu/

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.