Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling
Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling
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Recruitment/Posting Title Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling
Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department UFA University Budget
Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a
top 100 best large employer
in America,
Rutgers’ commitment to its employees
includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration (UFA) advances Rutgers’ strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university’s financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers’ standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse.
Posting Summary Rutgers is seeking an Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling within the Financial Planning, Analysis and Budget department, the university’s central budget office. Reporting to the Vice President for Financial Planning and Analytics – Chief Budget Officer (VP for FP&A – CBO), the Executive Director leads the University’s enterprise-wide multi-year forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic budget modeling function. The Director designs and maintains advanced forecasting frameworks that integrate and model all university operating revenues and expenses.
Responsibilities Strategic Forecasting & Financial Modeling
Leads the design, enhancement, and governance of multi-year forecasting models covering all university operating revenues and expenses.
In collaboration with institutional subject matter experts, develops institution-wide budgeting and finance forecasting methodologies, assumptions, and scenario frameworks with clear documentation and change control.
Produces “what-if” and sensitivity analyses to evaluate external market shifts, policy changes, and strategic initiatives; translates findings into actionable recommendations for leadership.
Ensures forecasting is tightly aligned with institutional mission, strategic priorities, and financial sustainability goals.
Incorporates predictive analytics and trend analysis to anticipate structural risks and opportunities before they materialize.
Enterprise Budget Analytics & Decision Support
Leads advanced analytics to assess financial performance, cost structures, program margins, and long-term risks/opportunities.
Develops executive-ready decision memos and presentations for the CBO, CFO, President’s Office, and governing boards.
Integrates academic/operational KPIs into financial outlooks; identifies trends and emerging issues, and proactively shares executive-ready insights.
In collaboration with the AVP for FP&A, embeds forecasting and scenario planning into annual budget development and mid-year forecasts.
Translates complex financial analyses into clear narratives that support informed decision-making for diverse audiences, including non-financial leaders.
Oracle Strategic Modeling Oversight & Campus Enablement
Serves as lead expert for the Oracle Multi-Year Strategic Modeling tool.
Partners with OIT, Data & Analytics, Financial Planning & Analytics and UCO staff to optimize forecasting capabilities and data pipelines.
Advances multi-year strategic budget modeling literacy across the University: develops training, user guides, and communications to ensure finance staff and unit leaders become conversant with available Oracle EPM for Strategic Modeling and outputs.
Implements Strategic Modeling governance, data-quality controls, and version‑management processes.
Leadership, Team Management & Staff Development
Directly supervises two Strategic Budgeting Analysts; sets goals, assigns work, coaches, and conducts performance evaluations.
In leading the Budget Analytics & Strategic Modeling team, sets vision, standards, and priorities; cultivates a high‑functioning, service‑oriented culture.
Plans and delivers university-wide upskilling initiatives in forecasting, scenario modeling, and analytics for budget and finance staff.
Mentors analysts and partners with campus finance leaders to expand institutional modeling, combined with analytical maturity and storytelling.
Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development.
Strategic Initiatives, Research & Special Projects
Leads cross‑functional projects that require advanced modeling and fiscal strategy (e.g., reorganizations, new programs, shared services).
Conducts benchmarking; recommends methodologies, policies, and tools that strengthen resilience and agility.
Provides research and modeling on emerging institutional opportunities and risks (demographics, enrollment markets, labor costs, etc.).
Prepares executive presentations and materials for senior leadership and governing boards.
Qualifications Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferably in finance, economics, data analytics, statistics, public policy, or related field.
Eight (8) years of progressive experience in financial planning, forecasting, strategic budgeting, or institutional analytics (higher education experience preferred).
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated expertise in multi-year forecasting, scenario planning, and advanced revenue/expense modeling.
Proven strategic thinking, systems-level analysis, and ability to navigate complex, decentralized environments.
Supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to lead and develop analytical teams.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex analyses for non-financial audiences.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI); experience working with large administrative data sets (financial, student, HR).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate, timely outputs under deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (MBA, MPA/MPP, MA/S in Analytics/Finance/Economics).
Experience with Oracle EPM Cloud (EPBCS, PCMCS, FCCS, Strategic Modeling) and with ERP/GL, HR/Payroll, and student system integrations.
Experience implementing rolling forecasts, predictive analytics, or enterprise multiyear planning.
Experience in estimating net tuition revenues and working with enrollment management and financial aid analytics.
Experience with RCM or activity-based costing and cost pool methodologies.
Proficiency with advanced Excel, SQL/Access, Tableau/Power BI, and collaboration platforms.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Working Hours & Work Arrangement Standard Hours: 37.50 hours per week. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. A regular on-site presence of at least three (3) days per week is required, with additional on-site days as needed. Employees approved for a hybrid work arrangement must reside in NJ, NY, PA, or DE and be within a commutable distance of the university.
Location Piscataway, New Jersey
Posting Details Posting Number: 26ST0323
Open Date: 02/18/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
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Recruitment/Posting Title Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling
Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department UFA University Budget
Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a
top 100 best large employer
in America,
Rutgers’ commitment to its employees
includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration (UFA) advances Rutgers’ strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university’s financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers’ standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse.
Posting Summary Rutgers is seeking an Executive Director, Strategic Budget Modeling within the Financial Planning, Analysis and Budget department, the university’s central budget office. Reporting to the Vice President for Financial Planning and Analytics – Chief Budget Officer (VP for FP&A – CBO), the Executive Director leads the University’s enterprise-wide multi-year forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic budget modeling function. The Director designs and maintains advanced forecasting frameworks that integrate and model all university operating revenues and expenses.
Responsibilities Strategic Forecasting & Financial Modeling
Leads the design, enhancement, and governance of multi-year forecasting models covering all university operating revenues and expenses.
In collaboration with institutional subject matter experts, develops institution-wide budgeting and finance forecasting methodologies, assumptions, and scenario frameworks with clear documentation and change control.
Produces “what-if” and sensitivity analyses to evaluate external market shifts, policy changes, and strategic initiatives; translates findings into actionable recommendations for leadership.
Ensures forecasting is tightly aligned with institutional mission, strategic priorities, and financial sustainability goals.
Incorporates predictive analytics and trend analysis to anticipate structural risks and opportunities before they materialize.
Enterprise Budget Analytics & Decision Support
Leads advanced analytics to assess financial performance, cost structures, program margins, and long-term risks/opportunities.
Develops executive-ready decision memos and presentations for the CBO, CFO, President’s Office, and governing boards.
Integrates academic/operational KPIs into financial outlooks; identifies trends and emerging issues, and proactively shares executive-ready insights.
In collaboration with the AVP for FP&A, embeds forecasting and scenario planning into annual budget development and mid-year forecasts.
Translates complex financial analyses into clear narratives that support informed decision-making for diverse audiences, including non-financial leaders.
Oracle Strategic Modeling Oversight & Campus Enablement
Serves as lead expert for the Oracle Multi-Year Strategic Modeling tool.
Partners with OIT, Data & Analytics, Financial Planning & Analytics and UCO staff to optimize forecasting capabilities and data pipelines.
Advances multi-year strategic budget modeling literacy across the University: develops training, user guides, and communications to ensure finance staff and unit leaders become conversant with available Oracle EPM for Strategic Modeling and outputs.
Implements Strategic Modeling governance, data-quality controls, and version‑management processes.
Leadership, Team Management & Staff Development
Directly supervises two Strategic Budgeting Analysts; sets goals, assigns work, coaches, and conducts performance evaluations.
In leading the Budget Analytics & Strategic Modeling team, sets vision, standards, and priorities; cultivates a high‑functioning, service‑oriented culture.
Plans and delivers university-wide upskilling initiatives in forecasting, scenario modeling, and analytics for budget and finance staff.
Mentors analysts and partners with campus finance leaders to expand institutional modeling, combined with analytical maturity and storytelling.
Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development.
Strategic Initiatives, Research & Special Projects
Leads cross‑functional projects that require advanced modeling and fiscal strategy (e.g., reorganizations, new programs, shared services).
Conducts benchmarking; recommends methodologies, policies, and tools that strengthen resilience and agility.
Provides research and modeling on emerging institutional opportunities and risks (demographics, enrollment markets, labor costs, etc.).
Prepares executive presentations and materials for senior leadership and governing boards.
Qualifications Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferably in finance, economics, data analytics, statistics, public policy, or related field.
Eight (8) years of progressive experience in financial planning, forecasting, strategic budgeting, or institutional analytics (higher education experience preferred).
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated expertise in multi-year forecasting, scenario planning, and advanced revenue/expense modeling.
Proven strategic thinking, systems-level analysis, and ability to navigate complex, decentralized environments.
Supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to lead and develop analytical teams.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex analyses for non-financial audiences.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI); experience working with large administrative data sets (financial, student, HR).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate, timely outputs under deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (MBA, MPA/MPP, MA/S in Analytics/Finance/Economics).
Experience with Oracle EPM Cloud (EPBCS, PCMCS, FCCS, Strategic Modeling) and with ERP/GL, HR/Payroll, and student system integrations.
Experience implementing rolling forecasts, predictive analytics, or enterprise multiyear planning.
Experience in estimating net tuition revenues and working with enrollment management and financial aid analytics.
Experience with RCM or activity-based costing and cost pool methodologies.
Proficiency with advanced Excel, SQL/Access, Tableau/Power BI, and collaboration platforms.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Working Hours & Work Arrangement Standard Hours: 37.50 hours per week. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. A regular on-site presence of at least three (3) days per week is required, with additional on-site days as needed. Employees approved for a hybrid work arrangement must reside in NJ, NY, PA, or DE and be within a commutable distance of the university.
Location Piscataway, New Jersey
Posting Details Posting Number: 26ST0323
Open Date: 02/18/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
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