Northeastern University

Director of Finance & Administration, ITS & Business Services

Northeastern University$99K — $143K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree preferred
  • 6-8 years of related experience, preferably in higher education
  • Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning & analysis, budgeting, project management, resource allocation, and report development
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Leads comprehensive financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the organization
  • Develops and executes long-term operational and financial strategies to support the mission and goals of divisions
  • Represents the organization in university-wide committees, ensuring alignment with institutional policies and priorities
  • Establishes and enforces administrative and financial policies to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance
  • Advises divisional leadership on decisions related to the organization’s finances, mediating differences between finance and operational decisions
  • Provides mentorship and leadership to management teams, cultivating a collaborative and results-driven environment
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Hybrid work setup requiring 3 days onsite in Boston
  • Opportunities for mentorship and leadership development
  • Participation in university-wide committees and policy alignment
  • Focus on collaborative and results-driven work environment
Full Job Description
Summary

Work as part of cross functional team who perform strategic and quantitative analysis on various financial planning and policy issues.  Provide high-level leadership for all administrative and financial functions of Northeastern University’s IT and Business Services Divisions. Develops and implements strategic plans, manages complex budgets, and oversees resource allocation to achieve organizational goals.

This role is a hybrid position and requires coming into the Boston office 3 days a week. 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree preferred
  • 6-8 years of related experience, preferably in higher education.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning & analysis, budgeting, project management, resource allocation, and report development.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
  • Leads comprehensive financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the organization. 
  • Develops and executes long-term operational and financial strategies to support the mission and goals of divisions. 
  • Represents the organization in university-wide committees, ensuring alignment with institutional policies and priorities. 
  • Establishes and enforces administrative and financial policies to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance. 
  • Advise divisional leadership on decisions related to the organization's finances, mediating differences between finance and operational decisions
  • Provides mentorship and leadership to management teams, cultivating a collaborative and results-driven environment.
  • Other duties as assigned

Position Type

General Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

112S

Expected Hiring Range:

$99,010.00 - $143,567.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.

About Northeastern University

Northeastern University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs on its main campus in Boston.
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