Budget Manager
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Financial Manager, Financial Compliance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duke University:
Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.
With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
Help drive financial success by managing budgets, financial reporting, and fiscal operations that support key academic programs and initiatives.
Be You.
The Budget Manager provides financial oversight and management of units as assigned and their associated budget and financial reporting (BFR) codes. Reporting to the Director, this position is an integral team member in the Provost Area Management Center Business Services team.
This position requires a detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment and has exceptional organizational and communication skills; someone who is able to manage multiple priorities, innovate and adapt as the portfolio evolves, and communicate effectively with faculty and staff in a high-functioning environment.
Work Arrangement - Hybrid (Schedule will be determined by the department).
Departmental Preferences- Experience in higher education or a university financial environment.
- Familiarity with Duke University financial systems and policies.
- Experience with international financial transactions, foreign currency, and study-abroad or other globally distributed program operations.
- Experience with contract review and vendor negotiation.
- Experience with HR and payroll processing for seasonal or temporary staff.
Education - Work requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
CPA is desirable.
Experience - Work requires three (3) years of experience in financial management, cost accounting or a field directly related to specialized area of assignment.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.
Be Bold.
Skills- Knowledge of budget development, account reconciliation, variance analysis, and internal controls.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and multi-program tracking files.
- Working knowledge of financial and procurement systems (for example, SAP R/3, Buy@Duke, Concur, and the SBP/PBF budget system).
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to advise faculty program directors and seasonal staff on financial policy and process.
- Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential financial and personnel information.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Analytical, budgeting, and reconciliation skills.
- Sound judgment; independent decision-making and policy interpretation.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Time management, project management, and follow-through.
- Adaptability as the program portfolio evolves.
- Instruct unit finance leads and business managers on complex financial analysis and budget preparation.
- Budget processes include the annual budget, fall and spring projections, outyear plans, and capital planning.
- Track and monitor performance against plans throughout the year.
- In addition, interact with senior…
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