Director of Treasury, and Financial Planning and Analysis

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

4d • $160,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The University of Chicago seeks a Director of Treasury and Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to provide strategic leadership across the University’s enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and treasury operations. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Treasury, FP&A, and Risk, the Director will lead long-range financial planning, reporting, and performance analytics, as well as oversee liquidity management, investment coordination, and banking relationships. This role partners closely with senior leadership, academic and administrative units, and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making and the University’s long-term financial sustainability. Board-level and University-wide financial planning, reporting, and major initiatives are developed and presented in close collaboration and consultation with the Assistant Vice President of Treasury, FP&A, and Risk.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 10+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• MBA, MPA, or similar advanced degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in FP&A, treasury, budgeting, finance, or public/nonprofit finance, with demonstrated leadership responsibility.
• Strong quantitative, forecasting, modeling, and analytical skills, including experience managing complex financial models with large data sets and significant integration with enterprise systems such as Oracle, Orbit, SmartView, Aura, Excel, and others.
• Background in higher education, healthcare, government, or other complex, mission-driven organizations strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of financial modeling, cash management, debt structures, and capital markets.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Background working with governing boards and rating agencies.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
• High level of integrity, judgment, and commitment to the University’s academic mission.
• Familiarity with large, decentralized organizations and fund accounting environments.
• Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Leads the University’s integrated financial planning, forecasting, and multi-year modeling processes, aligning resources with strategic priorities.
• Develops and maintains long-range financial models to assess sustainability, capital capacity, and scenario outcomes.
• Provides clear, actionable financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, capital projects, academic investments, and cost management decisions.
• Establishes and monitors key financial performance indicators; prepares dashboards and executive-level reports.
• Oversees day-to-day treasury operations, including cash and liquidity management, commercial paper and lines of credit, short- and long-term cash forecasting, and working capital optimization.
• Maintains strong relationships with banks and other financial partners.
• Oversees banking structures, account management, merchant services, and payment strategies to ensure efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness.
• Supports innovative financing structures, such as public-private partnerships, synthetic leases, and other alternative financings, that align with University priorities.
• Manages and develops a high-performing team across FP&A and treasury functions, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partners with academic and administrative leaders to enhance financial acumen and decision support across the University.
• Collaborates closely with Accounting, Budget, Debt, Investments, Risk Management, Procurement, Facilities, and Central Accounts Receivable teams to ensure alignment across financial functions.
• Supports presentations and materials for senior leadership, trustees, and other governance bodies.
• Strengthens internal controls and business processes related to financial planning and treasury activities, including cybersecurity best practices.
• Leads or supports the implementation and optimization of treasury management systems, budgeting tools, and financial analytics platforms.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as University policies related to financial management, reporting, and treasury activities.
• Fosters professional development opportunities for team members and champions a culture of continuous learning.
• Drives innovation and process improvement across financial planning and treasury functions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manages employees through subordinates, usually other managers.
• Establishes performance goals, allocates resources and assesses policies for direct subordinates.
• Provides staff support to the Financial Planning Committee of the Board of Trustees.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
• Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees