Finance/Budget Manager

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

23h • $75,809 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities and Business Operations team at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service. The Finance/Budget Manager delivers financial reports and analysis to support UCF Facilities and Business Operations strategic goals. This role provides exceptional customer service by providing leadership with data-based actionable insights. It also fosters a culture of continuous improvement by developing a team of analysts and enhancing business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license.
• This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
• If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment.
• We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in financial reporting and analysis in direct support of senior or executive-level leadership.
• 4+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in accounting.
• Experience working in a large, decentralized organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis for the UCF IT budget (~$90M+), providing insights to support decision-making.
• Manage daily budget and accounting operations with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Partner with the CIO and UCF IT leadership to deliver data-driven analysis and financial recommendations aligned with their priorities.
• Serve as a leader to a team of analysts, including hiring, coaching, developing, and recognizing staff.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance business processes.
• Promote a strong customer service mindset through responsive, solution-oriented support, and expertise.

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: Manager