Budget Development and Financial Planning Lead the development, management, and monitoring of the departments annual budget, ensuring alignment with university policies and priorities.Provide financial forecasts, multi-year budget planning, and variance analyses to support strategic planning efforts.Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation while maintaining financial sustainability.Continuously assess and enhance financial workflows, reporting structures, and budgetary processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.Stay informed of industry trends, university policies, and financial regulations that impact departmental operations.Lead the adoption of new financial tools and technologies that enhance budget planning and financial analysis capabilities.Financial Oversight and Advising Monitor expenditures, reconcile financial records, and ensure compliance with university policies, state and federal regulations, and grant requirements.Develop and implement internal financial controls to safeguard departmental resources.Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to university leadership and stakeholders.Serve as a financial consultant to department leadership, providing analysis and recommendations on budgetary matters, financial risks, and funding strategies.Collaborate with university finance offices, grants management teams, and other administrative units to ensure consistency and best practices in financial operations.Human ResourcesOversee HR operations for the department, including hiring, onboarding, and personnel management in collaboration with department leadership and unit directors.Ensure compliance with university HR policies, employment laws, and best practices related to employee relations, benefits, and compensation.Serve as a liaison between department leadership and the Director of Human Resources for the Division of Student Affairs, assisting with performance management, professional development initiatives, and employee engagement strategies.Consult with department leadership in the development of employee action plans and staff managementManage position funding allocations, salary planning, and workforce planning to align with budgetary constraints and departmental needs.SupervisionOversee a senior administrative associate focused on departmental finances and human resources functions.Oversee the student government financial advisor and provide direction for financial processes for student governance organizations, including student organization funding allocation, scholarship funds, reconciliation, and compliance.Provide training and functional oversight for departmental leadership regarding budgeting procedures.
