Budget Director

Title of Position:

Budget Director Department:

Business and Finance Reports to

Supervisor:

Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer FLSA:

Exempt Holy Cross College's Mission:

The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ. Central to our mission is an encompassing commitment to uphold the legacy of the Brothers of Holy Cross and the charism, mission, values and traditions of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Embracing this mission, we strive to live out the following aspects of our shared vocation. First, all members of our Holy Cross College Community are called to be educators in the faith, directing our efforts to the educational approach first developed by Blessed Fr. Basil Moreau, which underscores the formation of the mind and heart, for the Holy Cross College community. We desire to be a community that supports one another in developing excellence in our area of specialty and wholeness in our human dignity through relationships of collegiality and collaboration. As a community, we are stewards of the charism of the Congregation "to renew the Christian faith, to regenerate society and bring about better times." At the College, your role and responsibilities are witness to how we seek to join our gifts together and build a community that honors every person's contribution to this shared mission, the common good of the College, and the well-being of our students. Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution. All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.

Typical Schedule :

This is a full-time administrator position, M-F. Some evening and/or weekend work may be necessary to meet the needs of the department.

Purpose:

The Budget Director is an essential part of Holy Cross College's business operations and as such must be a leader on campus. The position plays a strategic leadership role in shaping the financial operations of the College and leading the financial services team, while developing and monitoring the College operational, capital, and restricted budget model and process.

Essential Job Duties:

Leadership and Strategic roles: Develop relationships with internal and external customers including budget managers, auditors, College Officers, and the Board of Trustees. Work closely with the operational leadership team of the College to develop business processes, gain efficiencies, increase financial stability, and make strategic financial moves to support the mission of the College. Develop uniform budgetary, financial, and operational policies, procedures, and systems. Develop financial and data models including enrollment, retention, and ROI models to help make strategic business decisions. Direct and coordinate the College's financial planning and budget management. Lead the College's financial services team including accounting, accounts payable and receivable, procurement, and student accounts.

Budget and Compliance role:

Work closely with the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in development of the annual operating and capital budgets, associated processes, and long-range financial planning in alignment with the College's vision and strategic priorities. Act as a trusted partner and resource for budget managers as they prepare budgets based on goals, current revenue, expenses and past performance. Analyze financial information throughout the year (e.g. revenues, expenditures and cash management) to ensure all operations are within budget. Oversee the College's endowment and necessary reporting and make recommendations on annual endowment disbursements. Work with the accountant to monitor and report on the monthly budget, expenditures, actuals, and projections. Direct and oversee month end closings, financial and compliance reporting, and coordination of external audits. Analyze current revenue models for improvements, as well as recommend other strategic revenue sources that align with the College's mission. Assist in monitoring and renegotiating College-wide contracts. Act as a partner in development and oversight of budgets for private grants in conjunction with the grant coordinators. Work closely with other members of the College financial leadership team to prepare and review necessary financial reports such as reports on cash management, accounts receivable and payable, and expenditures. Work on special projects as assigned by the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Protect the confidentiality of the College's information to which the position will have access.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

Bachelor's Degree required, master's degree preferred. A minimum of five years of progressive responsibility in managing budgets, grants, and contracts. Experience as a team leader or manager. Understanding and embracing of the College's Catholic Higher Education mission essential. Highly motivated and independent worker who takes initiative while working closely with colleagues and supervisor. Highly developed skills in complex financial analysis, monitoring, reporting and control as well as superior management skills needed to maximize organizational resources and improve the customer experience. Proven ability to communicate complex financial ideas and concepts clearly to audiences with varying financial ability. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of major accounting software packages. Jenzabar One preferred. Ability to handle the stress of managing financials of college and handling multiple priorities and deadlines with grace. Strong analytical and reasoning capabilities; experience with data and financial modeling. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work on a team to propose solutions and solve problems.

NOTE:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is 'at will,' meaning that either the College or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should apply and submit résumé, cover letter, and three references (names and contact information) at Holy Cross College Career Opportunities.