Director of Budget

Director of Budget

As part of your application, please submit a brief statement of values (less than 250 words) describing how your personal and professional values align with NEOMED's core values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence. We are seeking individuals who not only bring strong skills and experience, but also demonstrate a commitment to these values in their work performance.

Position Title:

Director of Budget

Position Type:
Admin/Professional

Department:
Budget

Full or Part Time:
Full Time

Pay Grade: MN13

Department Specific Information:
Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) Division of Operations and Finance. NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Director of Budget in the Division of Operations and Finance who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission.

We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply. Starting salary range: $92,730 – $111,276, commensurate with experience.

Benefits & Perks: NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

• Healthcare Coverage:
  Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, long-term care coverage options, and life insurance
• Retirement:
  State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year
• Additional Benefits:
  Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151) Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#) Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

Summary:

Provides leadership, direction, coordination, and training for all University budget matters and related financial planning. Prepares financial projections and reporting for various university constituencies. Compiles and reports financial information to Senior Vice President, Operations and Finance for management analysis and decision making.

Financial Management:
Serves as the principal liaison on budgetary matters and monitors and maintains institutional budget. Administers annual University unrestricted budget, including the preparation processes; developing guidelines, forms, instructions, and other communications; compilation and analysis of funding requests; preparation of personnel and position related information; and integration of the approved budget into the financial system (including E&G, auxiliary, capital, designated and projects with multiple and/or complex funding sources).

Operational Oversight and Efficiency:
Oversees the daily unrestricted operation budget functions, including position control and reconciliation. Serves as contact for all budgetary inquiries. Provides training to financial managers.

Forecasting and Planning:
Develops, prepares, implements, and analyzes financial forecasts and projections, reports, and planning models for various University constituencies. Prepares monthly reporting and quarterly board materials. Supervises and monitors the budget to actual financial activity throughout the year.

Fund Monitoring and Compliance:
Monitors other funds including but not limited to designated and allocated funds and provides guidance to financial managers regarding all university spending. Collaborates with other financial offices to ensure compliance with purchasing and accounting guidelines.

Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborates with Human Resources regarding personnel issues tied to position approvals and budgetary guidelines. Reviews for approval all new hires, position actions, and reallocation of labor.

Miscellaneous Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or related field. Minimum 5 years of budget related professional experience, including financial planning, budget management principles and excellent forecasting and analyzing skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel and Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA or Master's degree in higher education, business,…