Director of Budget

Job Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Colorado Boulder is inviting applications for The Director of Budget position! This role serves as a pivotal leader within the Budget Office, primarily responsible for comprehensive financial management, central-initiative planning, and fiscal oversight. This position involves leading budget operations, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and providing strategic support to ensure the University's financial health and alignment with its goals. The Director will collaborate with various collaborators across the university and throughout the college to support data-driven decision-making and process improvements.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are

The College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder is the intellectual core of the university, conducting research, scholarship, creative work and education in more than 60 fields. Our research generates new knowledge, solving some of the world’s most critical problems.

The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education in the natural sciences, social sciences and arts and humanities, bringing world-class research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Responsibilities will require a deep understanding of University policies and standard processes in order to build financial mechanics and processes in alignment with College and Divisional goals. As a member of the Central College Budget Office, this position reports up through the Dean of the College and provides priority support for this role and associated budget office needs. Consistent with the Budget Office's matrix reporting structure, a Director of Budget’s portfolio may evolve over time to support changing College priorities, organizational needs, and operational requirements. This includes but is not limited to the job duties below:

Leadership and Collaboration

• Lead and train department business managers with a dotted line structure based on budget and finance duties. Includes onboarding and ongoing support for college’s finance practices, Anaplan entry requirements, cyclical programs and activities (Teaching Plans, Fiscal Year-End, Summer Session, Merit, etc.)