Manager, Budget

The Opportunity: 

The Manager, Budget supports the Finance/Budget Director in the strategic planning and on-going measurement in achievement of the college/division's financial goals by developing and managing the financial activity for multiple departments and/or units within a college or division. This position is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to Finance/Budget Analysts and other day-to-day operations within the Finance Business Center.

Responsibilities:

• Provides supervisory support to the budget analyst team that manages a combined budget exceeding $200 million, to include E&G, C&G and Auxiliary operations.

• Oversees day-to-day operations of the Finance Business Center with the support of the Finance/Budget Analysts. Supervises the process of financial planning, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial trend analysis.

• Collaborates closely with Vice Presidents, Vice Provosts, Deans, and Directors to devise a strategy for multi-year financial plans.

• Maintains an open channel of communication with the Finance/Budget Director to ensure adequate coaching and support for Finance/Budget Analysts and the overall success of the Finance Business Center.

• Disseminates university updates to the Finance/Budget Analysts regarding current policies, practices, and procedures and ensures compliance with university policies.

• Participates in strategic projects impacting the Finance Business Center from conception through implementation.

• Serves as the backup to the Finance/Budget Director.

• Prepares visual reports that reflect the college/division performance across various metrics and key performance indicators.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with financial forecasting, budget development, and financial reconciliations, preferably in Higher Education.

• Financial management systems, such as Workday or similar ERP.

• Familiarity with financial regulations and standards, especially those pertaining to academic institutions.

Additional Application Materials Required: 

Please attach resume and cover letter.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. 

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program   

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays  

• Retirement savings options   

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions   

• Education assistance   

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here . 

  

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

Academic Affairs Finance Business Center

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Hybrid work arrangement.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$75,809.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

05-31-2024-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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