Chapman University - Chapman, NE
posted 4 months ago
The Director of Budget Operations at Chapman University is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the daily budget operations within the institution. Reporting directly to the Interim Assistant Vice President, this position entails a comprehensive range of duties aimed at ensuring the effective management of the university's financial resources. The Director will analyze departmental activities and account transactions, resolve budget-related issues, and prepare detailed reports that support various projects tied to the university's annual budget development process. This role also involves supervising two positions, thereby contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the budget operations team. In addition to day-to-day operational oversight, the Director will engage with various Finance & Administration divisional leaders, including Vice Presidents, Directors, and Budget Managers, to address requests and resolve issues. The position requires a thorough review and approval of budget transfer requests, ensuring robust internal controls are maintained throughout the process. The Director will also troubleshoot and resolve both routine and complex system errors, collaborating closely with the Budget team on strategic planning activities related to institutional budget proposals. The role encompasses the coordination of baseline budget allocations and adjustments, including conducting audits for accuracy. The Director will assist in the preparation of data for special projects and participate in system enhancement activities that impact institutional budget processes. Furthermore, the position requires the creation of documentation for system changes and new processes, as well as the oversight of the Operations Administrator and Budget Analyst, ensuring that all team members are aligned with the university's financial objectives.