Position Title

Director, Budget and Business Planning

Work Shift

Day (8am-4pm) (United States of America)

Employee Type

Regular

Office/Department

Business and Finance

Work Environment

Remote and hybrid positions are open to applicants based in states identified here: .

Loyola University Maryland Main Campus

Job Type

Full time

Benefits at Loyola

$136,160.00 - $170,200.00

Anticipated Start Date

Thursday, June 18, 2026

If Temporary or Visiting, Estimated End Date

Position Duties

This position oversees the University’s budget development, planning, forecasting, and financial analysis functions to support effective institutional decision-making and responsible stewardship of resources. Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration/Treasurer, the Director coordinates the annual operating and capital budget processes, monitors financial performance, and provides analysis and guidance to University leadership on budgetary and resource planning matters. The position works
collaboratively across divisions to improve budget processes, reporting, and financial transparency while supporting strategic priorities and long-term financial sustainability.

Leads and coordinates the University’s annual operating and capital budget processes, including development of budget assumptions, preparation of planning models, multi-year forecasts, and budget guidance. Oversees budget submissions, reviews divisional requests, and supports alignment of institutional resources with strategic priorities and financial sustainability goals.

Develops financial analyses, reports, dashboards, and forecasting tools to monitor institutional financial performance and support decision-making. Analyzes budget-to-actual results, identifies trends and risks, and prepares recurring and ad hoc reports for senior leadership, committees, and other stakeholders.

Provides leadership, supervision, and direction for Budget Office functions and staff. Ser Leads efforts to strengthen budget systems, reporting tools, and financial planning processes, including effective use of Workday and related technologies. Improves reporting capabilities, data integrity, workflow efficiency,

Leads efforts to strengthen budget systems, reporting tools, and financial planning processes, including effective use of Workday and related technologies. Improves reporting capabilities, data integrity, workflow efficiency, documentation, and internal budget controls.

Works on ad hoc and special projects. Supports institutional strategic planning and operational initiatives through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and participation in cross-functional efforts and committees. Provides financial analysis to support new initiatives, program evaluations, organizational changes, and other institutional priorities.

Bachelor's degree.

Minimum 8 years related experience, including 3 years of supervisory responsibilities. Experience includes progressively responsible experience in budgeting, financial planning, and financial analysis, including responsibility for budget development and forecasting. Candidates must possess demonstrated supervisory experience and experience working with ERP systems and related financial reporting tools. Experience in higher education, including familiarity with higher education budgeting practices and financial structures, is preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of budget development, financial planning, forecasting, and financial analysis principles, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information to a variety of audiences. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and support data-informed decision-making. Excellent interpersonal, supervisory, and communication skills, including the ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively utilize ERP systems, reporting tools, and financial technologies.

Final compensation offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, job-related experience, internal equity, and alignment with organizational budget.

Successfulcandidatesforanystaff,faculty,oradministrativepositionatLoyolaUniversityMarylandwillbesubjecttoapre-employmentbackgroundcheck.Note:Experienceand/oreducationmaybesubstitutedforrequirements.

Employment Eligibility

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment at Loyola University Maryland, as required by law (e.g., Form I-9). Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the job description or job advertisement, Loyola University Maryland does not sponsor employment visas for this position.