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Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
The Director of Finance provides strategic financial leadership and analysis in support of the school’s mission, priorities, and long-term financial sustainability. This role partners with the Dean and Executive Director of Finance and Administration to lead a transparent, collaborative budget development process, monitor financial performance, and provide timely reporting and forecasting to support informed decision-making. The Director also leverages Workday functionality to improve financial transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency across the school.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Strategic Financial Leadership - Provides strategic financial leadership and analysis to the Dean in support of the school’s mission, priorities, and long-term financial sustainability.
- Financial Planning & Stewardship - Aligns school financial planning with institutional goals and ensures responsible stewardship of resources.
- Budget Development - Leads a transparent, collaborative budget development process with school leadership and administrative units.
- Forecasting, Reconciliation, and Variance Analysis - Develops financial projections, monitors budget performance, and provides variance analysis, reconciliation, and forecasting.
- Reporting and Financial Transparency - Creates reporting processes that promote transparency, accountability, and timely access to financial information for stakeholders.
- Workday & Financial Systems - Leverages Workday functionality to improve financial operations, reporting, planning, and workflow efficiency.
- Financial Review of New Initiatives - Evaluates new programs, initiatives, and financial proposals for fiscal impact and strategic alignment.
- Liaison and External Financial Representation - Represents the school in financial discussions with central administration, other university units, and external partners; serves as a liaison on institutional financial matters, regulatory changes, and system updates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal Office Environment
Physical Effort
- Typically Sitting at a desk or table
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
Equipment
- Office Equipment
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
M.B.A. - Master of Business Administration
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Budgeting, Communication, Confidentiality, Financial Information Systems, Focus Reporting, Group Problem Solving, Multicultural Environments, Payroll, Prioritization, Professional Education, Quantitative Abilities, Resource Allocation, Staff Hiring, Student Information Systems, Supervisory Management, Workplace DiversityGrade
G15Salary Range
$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/