Assistant Director, Budget and Resource Analysis

Virginia Commonwealth University•Richmond, VA

2d•$112,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks a strategic financial leader for the role of Assistant Director, Budget and Resource Analysis. Positioned within the Department of Budget and Resource Analysis, this key leader will drive multi-year financial modeling, advance data-informed resource allocation, and provide actionable decision support to executive leadership across our vibrant urban research university. The ideal candidate will combine extensive experience in higher education or public-sector financial analysis with strong analytical capabilities and a collaborative approach to navigating complex operating budgets, policy impacts, and long-term fiscal planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of professional-level training and relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience working with financial and administrative systems, spreadsheet and reporting applications, query tools, databases, and other information-management systems.
Ability to learn and apply VCU’s financial structure, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated experience analyzing data from multiple sources, developing or using financial models and reporting tools, interpreting financial and operational information, and providing analysis to support management decision-making.
Working knowledge of governmental or not-for-profit financial and accounting practices.
Ability to independently analyze and resolve complex administrative and budget issues.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Effective project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization and contribute to the successful implementation of projects and initiatives.
Ability to provide team leadership, including informal supervision, training, knowledge sharing, or staff development.
Proficiency with commonly used business and financial applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to learn additional reporting, database, and financial systems as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
Knowledge of Banner or comparable incremental/performance budgeting system.
Familiarity with budgetary concept of responsibility centered management.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Office's major financial planning initiatives, including working with foundations and CBOs to increase endowment utilizations.
Implement and continue development of the University's budget model, including annual resource allocation, multi-year financial planning, and creation of unit-specific financial planning tools and business models.
Support the implementation of the University's multi-year financial planning system, including capital planning and financial position metrics.
Develop reporting and forecasting tools using Banner, PBCS, and other University financial systems.
Synthesize various tools and processes into an integrated approach to University financial planning.
Lead enrollment and tuition planning analysis across annual budgeting, state reporting, and ad hoc planning needs.
Provide project management and leadership for major financial initiatives.
Work collaboratively across the University to facilitate implementation and operational problem-solving.
Ensure accuracy, reconciliation, consistency, timeliness, and usability of financial reporting tools, including alignment with Banner.
Provide training, cross-training, and development of team members to strengthen expertise across the University's budget and financial planning systems.
Operate within a hybrid work environment, balancing on-campus responsibilities with remote work.
Maintain regular on-campus presence to support collaboration with University leadership, Budget Office staff, and academic and administrative units, particularly during key budget cycles, meetings, presentations, and time-sensitive initiatives.