Director of Finance & Budget Operations

Medical University of South Carolina - Charleston, SC

Full-time - Senior

Charleston, SC

Educational Services

About the position

The Director of Finance & Budget Operations at MUSC plays a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of the enterprise, which includes managing a budget exceeding $20 million across three entities. This position reports directly to the Vice President/Chief of Communications and Marketing and serves as a strategic financial resource, collaborating with various leaders to implement enterprise initiatives and prepare comprehensive financial plans.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Vice President/Chief of Communications and Marketing.
• Support enterprise operations by managing a budget exceeding $20 million across MUHA, MUSC, and MUSC-P.
• Collaborate with the Chief and other Directors on enterprise initiatives.
• Prepare and compile financial strategic plans, including proformas and ROI calculations.
• Review and monitor financial activities of OCM, including marketing budgets for Regional Hospitals.
• Direct and manage the development of annual budgets.
• Supervise the procurement process outside of supply chain functions.
• Act as a liaison to various support services.
• Manage special projects as assigned by the Chief.
• Collaborate with other enterprise team leaders.

Requirements

• Master's degree (MBA) preferred; Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent work experience required.
• 9 years of progressive work experience and 4 years of management experience.
• Experience in a position of significant financial and operational responsibility in an academic medical institution or related field.
• Knowledge of budgeting, operations, labor management, strategic planning, and performance reporting systems.
• Proven ability to research, synthesize, and organize information for concise reporting.
• Understanding of external regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with contract negotiation, audit, and compliance.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary range of $94.1K - $119K per year.