Finance/Budget Director I

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

10d • $89,076 - $120,000

About The Position

College of Health Professions and Sciences: We’re proud to be a leader in health education, research, clinical practice, and service. Located on the main campus, the college is home to 6,300 undergraduate and graduate students who study a range of health and wellness disciplines that cover prevention through diagnosis to long-term treatment and rehabilitative care. Our programs include health sciences, athletic training, communication sciences and disorders, kinesiology, physical therapy and social work. Our faculty and staff are focused on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and teaching students to be innovative thinkers, researchers, scientists and compassionate care providers. Students can learn through state-of-the-art simulation technology, work alongside faculty researchers who are leaders in their field, serve patients at our community clinics, and participate in unique internships and experiences. Through our partnership in the UCF Academic Health Sciences Center, our students and faculty collaborate on interprofessional training and research that strengthens knowledge, and advances healthcare delivery in our community, the nation and the world. Together, we’re transforming healthcare and improving lives. The Opportunity : The UCF College of Health Professions and Sciences (CHPS) is currently accepting applications for a Finance/Budget Director I. This role is a key member of the college's leadership team, driving strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the academic, research, and complex clinical enterprise. This position provides decision support to the Dean and senior leaders, managing the annual operating budget, performing crucial margin and scenario analysis, and overseeing the financial relationship and compliance for affiliated clinics. The Director is responsible for ensuring strong internal controls, adherence to all university/regulatory policies, and providing direct supervision and leadership to the college's Finance Business Center.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years of leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (MBA), or a closely related field.
• Possession of a relevant professional certification, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Budget Analyst (CBA).
• Prior experience working in the financial operations of a higher education institution or academic medical center or healthcare environment, preferably within a decentralized budgeting model.
• Successful track record of preparing for and managing internal and external audits and implementing robust internal control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure transactional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic financial planning and analysis by leading the college-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning process.
• Oversees financial modeling and scenario analysis for academic programs, research centers, and clinical operations, while providing decision support to the Dean, Associate Deans, and senior leadership.
• Manages the financial relationship between the college and its affiliated clinics, including oversight of billing, collections, and cost-sharing models to ensure compliance with university policies.
• Conducts margin analysis to assess clinic profitability and sustainability and develops financial reports to guide resource allocation between academic and clinical units.
• Directs the development and administration of the annual operating budget by consolidating departmental submissions into a comprehensive college budget.
• Reviews budget variances regularly and recommends corrective actions to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Ensures financial compliance, reporting, and internal controls by overseeing adherence to university, state, and federal policies.
• Coordinates audit readiness and implements internal control practices.
• Provides leadership, collaboration, and staff oversight by supervising financial and administrative staff, offering training and professional development opportunities, and fostering compliance and efficiency.
• Serves as a liaison with central finance, the Finance Business Center, the HR Business Center, and other shared service units.
• Develops policies and improves financial processes by recommending and implementing changes to budgeting, reporting, and financial operations.
• Ensures clinic and college financial practices remain aligned with university best practices.
• Supports the Dean’s office and other leaders by contributing financial input to special projects, strategic initiatives, and new academic, research, or clinical ventures.
• Leads ad hoc financial analyses, business case development, and participation in cross-campus working groups as assigned.
• Oversees clinical financial controls by reviewing and approving refunds, monitoring monthly cash reconciliations, and ensuring clinic transactions comply with university internal control standards.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

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