Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Summary

The position serves as a strategic financial partner to academic and administrative leaders. The Manager leads budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, position control, and long-term financial planning for assigned colleges and departments. The Manager develops financial models, forecasts, and business analyses to support resource allocation, enhance operational efficiency, and enable data-informed decision-making in support of the University's mission and strategic priorities.

This position will be based out of our Waterfront Plaza offices in downtown Honolulu.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial analysis.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

• Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a university setting and with ERP and budgeting software preferred.

• Must be able to fulfill work obligations that support the department, which may require working extended hours, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check requirements and comply with the Protection of Minors Policy.
• Must be able to work effectively in an environment that requires excellent time management and stress management skills.
• Self-motivated and confident professional with a strong work ethic; attention to detail and accuracy; exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills; sound judgment; strong problem-solving and analytical abilities; and the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
• Team player capable of working effectively and efficiently within a collaborative environment and with senior leadership. Must be able to work with personnel possessing varying levels of budgeting and accounting knowledge and experience.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

• Leads the development and administration of the University's annual operating budget and regular forecast updates for assigned colleges and administrative units.
• Develops and maintains financial models, forecasts, and key performance indicators to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and decision-making.
• Collaborates with Deans, program directors, and other stakeholders to develop enrollment, revenue, and expense projections for academic programs.
• Develops financial pro forma for new academic programs, initiatives, and organizational changes.
• Maintains the net tuition model to facilitate forward looking projections.

• Researches, analyzes, and explains variances from budget, forecast, and prior-year results, providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Reviews monthly financial activity and coordinates with the Business Office to resolve accounting issues and process appropriate correcting or reclassifying entries.
• Conducts regular financial reviews of academic programs to evaluate financial health of each program.
• Performs financial analyses to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and emerging financial issues.
• Prepares and presents financial analyses, reports, and recommendations to support informed decision-making by University leadership.

• Partners with departments across the University to promote accountability and facilitate the timely execution of strategic initiatives.
• Provides training and support to departmental managers on budgeting processes, financial systems, and expense coding procedures.
• Promotes effective stewardship of University resources through…