Senior Director, Budget and Financial Planning – Analysis

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

Senior Director overseeing financial planning and analysis within NYU's Budget Office. Responsibilities include operational financial plans and budget management for global campuses.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $255,500 - $305,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Under the direction of the Vice President for Budget and Planning
Senior Director is a leadership position within the Budget Office
Management and oversight responsibilities for the University's consolidated and Unit Budgeting
Prepare, implement, and maintain the University's multi-year operational financial plans
Work with various University colleagues to develop financial plans for major new initiatives and programs
Oversee the preparation and monitoring of revenue and expense budgets
Provide fiscal management guidance to administrators throughout the University
Supervise, mentor and develop team members within this construct of the budget office
Ensure all Budget Office work products are of high quality and delivered on time
Stay abreast with industry standards through university peer connectivity and professional development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field
Master's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field (preferred)
10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis or closely related field
Managerial/coaching experience
Strong data analytics skills
Experience in addressing and developing complex institutional budgetary priorities and needs.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of automated financial accounting systems
Experience understanding complex financial situations
Managerial experience and an accomplished leader.
Strong change management, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
Project/program management certification (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040.

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial planningfinancial analysisdata analyticsbudget preparationfiscal managementbudget monitoringautomated financial accounting systemscomplex financial analysisproject management

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcommunicationcollaborationchange managementmentoringinterpersonal skillsadvocacy

Certifications

project management certification