Associate Vice Chancellor, Financial Planning & Analysis University of California, Riverside - 4.3 Riverside, CA Job Details Full-time $187,500 - $385,100 a year 12 hours ago Qualifications Resource allocation Business financial process improvement Financial forecasting Accounting systems Stakeholder engagement Preparation of internal financial performance reports Internal controls Business intelligence Data analysis reporting Financial model construction Enterprise software Writing skills Strategic planning in education Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Managing budgets in an accounting role Financial plan development Dynamic financial modeling Change management Business intelligence tools Financial record maintenance Client services Data Security (Data management) Grant budgeting Leading team collaboration initiatives Financial accounting Financial statement interpretation Financial performance measurement Process improvement planning Practicing budget management in an educational setting Financial forecasting analysis Full Job Description To receive full consideration by the University's search committee, applicants must submit both a current résumé and a letter of interest that clearly addresses the responsibilities, qualifications, and leadership expectations outlined in the position description. For priority consideration, application materials should be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on October 12, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates will be required to deliver a presentation in an open forum as part of the final interview stage. The full salary range for the Associate Vice Chancellor for Financial Planning & Analysis is $187,500 - $385,100. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $315,000 annually. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Financial Planning & Analysis (AVC, FP&A) serves as a senior finance leader responsible for leading the University's comprehensive financial strategy by designing, implementing, and continually refining enterprise-wide financial planning processes, governance, methodologies, and analytical capabilities that support informed decision-making across all areas of the institution. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer (VCFA & CFO), the AVC serves as a trusted strategic advisor to the Chancellor, Provost, and VCFA & CFO, and provides leadership in institutional financial strategy, multi-year financial planning, budget development, forecasting, financial performance management, capital and cash planning, and executive decision support. The position leads the development and continuous refinement of the University's integrated resource allocation and budget model, balancing academic priorities, enrollment, research, administrative operations, capital investment, and long-term financial sustainability through sophisticated financial modeling and scenario analysis. This leader will be responsible for strengthening institutional financial transparency, enhancing executive-level financial communications, improving forecasting and reporting capabilities, and building organizational capacity across the FP&A function. The AVC builds and leads a high-performing FP&A unit that serves as a strategic business partner to executive leadership, academic leadership, central finance, and administrative units to support sustainable financial planning, strategic resource allocation, operational effectiveness, resource utilization, and long-term institutional priorities. This role requires a highly collaborative leader with demonstrated success and a forward-thinking leader with exceptional executive communication skills, organizational leadership capabilities, expert analytics and modeling acumen, and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable institutional strategy. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. degree Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required experience 10 - 15 years of related experience. Required Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. required Required Ability to multi-task. Expert interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; ability to interact with a diverse population. Expertise in internal control practices. Experience in implementing controls that strengthen the control environment throughout the organization. Expert negotiation skills. Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking and analytical skills. Expert ability to effectively communicate complex findings and recommendations verbally and in writing. Expert and broad knowledge of full range of financial policies, practices and systems. Budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping. Demonstrated experience developing, leading, and monitoring complex operating budgets for a large organization, preferably in higher education, government, healthcare, or another multifaceted public-sector environment. Experience conducting financial analysis, forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning to support executive decision-making and strategic resource allocation. Advanced knowledge of budget development processes, financial management principles, internal controls, and fiscal accountability practices. Experience presenting financial information and recommendations to executive leadership, governing boards, senior administrators, or other key stakeholders. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives, managing competing priorities, and implementing process improvements in a complex organizational environment. Experience with multi-fund budgeting (state appropriations, tuition, auxiliaries, grants, capital projects, etc.) and with enterprise financial systems, data analytics, and business intelligence tools. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational units. Expert skills in strategy development, systems planning, and change management, and ability to work effectively and sometimes persuasively with all levels within the organization. Demonstrated ability to interpret financial data and translate complex analyses into clear, actionable information for diverse audiences. Expert modeling and analytical skills. Expert knowledge of complex financial policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping. Expert and broad knowledge of full range of financial policies, practices and systems. Budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping. Required