University Budget Director – Saint Mary’s College of California

Moraga, California Posted: 5/14/26 Deadline: 6/5/26 Salary: up to $180,000, commensurate with experience. Reference Number: 102395 About This Organization Saint Mary’s College of California Job Duties How you will spend your time: Lead the College’s annual and multi-year budget development process, partnering with senior leadership, the Budget Committee, and the Board of Trustees Guide strategic planning and resource allocation by evaluating institutional priorities and aligning financial plans with long-term goals Develop and implement financial planning models, policies, and tools to support data-driven decision-making Monitor budget performance throughout the fiscal year, providing analysis, forecasts, and recommendations for adjustments Partner with academic and administrative leaders (including Deans and Directors) to support budget planning, clarify needs, and advise on financial strategy Build and maintain financial models and scenario analyses to inform institutional planning and assess financial impact Collaborate with Human Resources on salary and benefits planning, including position control and workforce-related analytics Work closely with the Provost’s Office on faculty budgeting and long-term academic planning Support executive leadership and the Board of Trustees with reporting, analysis, and insights on financial performance Partner with the Controller’s Office on cash flow projections, reporting, and overall financial health Serve as a campus-wide resource on budgeting policies, processes, and best practices Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, public administration, accounting, public policy, or a related field 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, financial planning, or related areas, preferably within higher education or a nonprofit environment Strong experience developing financial models, forecasts, and complex analyses to support strategic decision-making Demonstrated ability to lead planning and budgeting processes in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse audiences Proven organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education or similarly complex institutions Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools Experience supporting executive leadership and/or board-level reporting Salary up to $180,000, commensurate with experience. Other Info Please use this link to apply: https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/102395/university-budget-director—saint-mary%27s-college-of-california/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board+or+Association&iisn=SCUP Application Deadline: 6/5/2026 Moraga, California Posted: 5/14/26 Deadline: 6/5/26 Salary: up to $180,000, commensurate with experience. Reference Number: 102395 How You Will Spend Your Time: Lead the College’s annual and multi-year budget development process, partnering with senior leadership, the Budget Committee, and the Board of Trustees Guide strategic planning and resource allocation by evaluating institutional priorities and aligning financial plans with long-term goals Develop and implement financial planning models, policies, and tools to support data-driven decision-making Monitor budget performance throughout the fiscal year, providing analysis, forecasts, and recommendations for adjustments Partner with academic and administrative leaders (including Deans and Directors) to support budget planning, clarify needs, and advise on financial strategy Build and maintain financial models and scenario analyses to inform institutional planning and assess financial impact Collaborate with Human Resources on salary and benefits planning, including position control and workforce-related analytics Work closely with the Provost’s Office on faculty budgeting and long-term academic planning Support executive leadership and the Board of Trustees with reporting, analysis, and insights on financial performance Partner with the Controller’s Office on cash flow projections, reporting, and overall financial health Serve as a campus-wide resource on budgeting policies, processes, and best practices Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, public administration, accounting, public policy, or a related field 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, financial planning, or related areas, preferably within higher education or a nonprofit environment Strong experience developing financial models, forecasts, and complex analyses to support strategic decision-making Demonstrated ability to lead planning and budgeting processes in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse audiences Proven organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education or similarly complex institutions Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools Experience supporting executive leadership and/or board-level reporting Salary up to $180,000, commensurate with experience. Other Info Please use this link to apply: https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/102395/university-budget-director—saint-mary%27s-college-of-california/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board+or+Association&iisn=SCUP Application Deadline: 6/5/2026