Director of Budget & Finance

Job Description

Primary Responsibility

Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance & Administration, the Director of Budget & Finance is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the college-wide budget and financial planning functions. This includes independently driving budget development, ensuring timely completion of critical financial deliverables, and maintaining full ownership of financial operations and outcomes.

The Director serves as a key strategic partner to senior leadership, providing clear financial analysis, projections, and recommendations. This role requires proactive identification of issues, development of solutions, and consistent follow-through to ensure all financial processes are completed accurately and on time.

In addition, the Director provides technical accounting expertise, leads audit coordination, and oversees banking, investments, student accounts, and cash flow management. Success in this role requires strong leadership, proactive communication, the ability to manage competing priorities, and the discipline to execute consistently without reliance on close supervision.

This is an on-site position and the schedule is 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday.

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include a Bachelors Degree and five years related experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. Degree in a related field and progressive experience in management and leadership roles required. Minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience required.

Masters in Accounting or Finance and CPA license highly preferred.

Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position:
Knowledge of in-depth understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); supervisory principles and practices; and experience with standard Microsoft Office software products. Advanced Excel skills required. Experience with Workday financial systems and reporting strongly preferred.

Ability to:

• Independently lead and execute complex financial processes and deliverables with minimal oversight
• Consistently meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for all assigned areas, including team output
• Anticipate challenges, proactively communicate risks, and implement solutions without prompting

• Balance attention to detail with strategic, big-picture thinking
• Lead, develop, and hold staff accountable for high-quality performance
• Analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide clear, actionable recommendations
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records, reporting, and reconciliations
• Exercise sound judgment in high-impact financial decisions
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership and the Board
• Present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and controls

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further expects employees to accurately report their work location at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and operational requirements.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for…