Budget & Finance Manager, Office Provost

Budget & Finance Manager, Office of the Provost

Job no: 501191
Work type: Regular Full‑Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Managerial

Official

Job Title:

Budget & Finance Manager

Overview: The Provost’s Office is seeking a Budget & Finance Manager, who oversees financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal management for the Division of Academic Affairs. This position ensures fiscal responsibility, compliance with university policies and accounting principles, and efficient management of institutional resources, providing strategic financial analysis to support decision‑making in close collaboration with leadership.

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal management functions for the Division of Academic Affairs
• Forecast current and future spending for all Provost Office budgets
• Coordinate the annual budget development process for the units under Academic Affairs
• Analyze and summarize budget requests for accuracy, reasonableness, and strategic alignment for Provost review
• Prepare and process relevant budget and expense transactions for Provost Office accounts
• Review and approve compensation‑related forms and contracts for Academic Affairs
• Review and approve procurement‑related submissions for the Office of the Provost
• Maintain position control for Academic Affairs in collaboration with the Budget Office
• Review and approve pre‑award spending requests
• Oversee and manage Grant Buyout Reassigned Time process
• Manage startup and professional development fund allocations
• Analyze and track day‑to‑day spending to ensure the effective and compliant use of funds in accordance with university policy and GAAP for all Provost Office operational budgets
• Support data analysis initiatives and dashboard development to ensure accurate and efficient reporting (e.g., Rowan Online Dashboard, Sensitivity Analysis)
• Provide training and guidance to division staff for accounting and budgeting processes and policy compliance
• Develop and maintain divisional policies and procedures for key administrative areas
• Represent Academic Affairs in audits, financial studies, and process‑improvement initiatives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of five years of advanced financial management experience
• In‑depth knowledge of higher education budget structures and administrative practices and regulations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Proactive problem‑solver who anticipates challenges and identifies opportunities to make improvements
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment, and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer service orientation
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Office Suite; proficiency in Banner, Page Up, and Tableau preferred

• Annual base salary range: $ – $, determined by factors such as scope, experience, education, and market considerations
• Benefits include comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits; extensive accrued time off/paid holidays; tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents (undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents)
• Legal documentation and visa sponsorship:
  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US; no work‑visa sponsorship offered
• Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered

Advertised: Dec 29 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 19 2026 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act. Non‑exempt and exempt positions have specific residence prerequisites in New Jersey and adjoining states.

STEM‑OPT Employment: ROWAN does not permit individuals to work using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization, despite being registered in E‑Verify.

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