**Job Description** As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. **Housing and Food Services (HFS) has an outstanding opportunity for an** **Assistant Director, Financial Planning & Analysis** **to join their team.** Housing & Food Services (HFS) supports over 10,000 student residents and operates 40+ dining locations on campus. With a team of over 1,200 staff and students, HFS is dedicated to enhancing student life through teamwork and excellent service. In Housing & Food Services, our DEIB statement reads: HFS will become an organization that prioritizes inclusive workplace communities, centered on belonging and opportunity for all staff. All HFS staff must accept responsibility to identify and interrupt biases, privilege, barriers, and power dynamics. We challenge ourselves to engage in open dialogue, active listening, and empathic learning. **PURPOSE** **The Assistant Director plays a critical role supporting the financial planning and budgeting functions within HFS. This position provides leadership to the Financial Planning & Analysis team. This team is integral to informing HFS leadership on financial strategy and decision making. Reporting to the CFO, t** **his role will partner closely to provide insights that drive business decisions and long-term financial health.** **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Budgeting/Planning Development** + Leads the development and management of the annual operating budgets for housing, residential food, retail food and administration. + Oversees the development, and maintenance of the long-range financial plan for the Housing and Dining System + Reviews and monitors capital expenditure budgets. + Participates in presentations to student groups on proposed budgets and rate increases + Prescribes methods and procedures to be followed in financial planning and budgeting + Develops and manages annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans. **Analysis and Reporting** + Collaborating with the CFO, develops and provides data appropriate for leadership decision-making to ensure that all budgetary and bond covenant requirements are met. Monitors compliance with the Housing and Dining system bond resolutions + Observes the performance and financial results of operating units and recommend needed improvements + Conducts specialized projects and studies in support of the Department’s operational units to include research, analyses, report writing and presentation + Leads others in financial studies, financial analyses and report preparation + Analyzes reports prepared by others in the University and Department and evaluate their impact on the Department + Oversees and participate in the development of analytical models + Builds and maintains complex financial models to support strategic initiatives. + Monitors actual performance against forecasts and explain variances. + Builds and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives. + Conducts scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate business risks and opportunities. + Prepares monthly and quarterly financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership. + Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights. **Collaboration** + Collaborates with business units to align financial goals with operational strategies. + Works in support of accounting, operations, and executive teams. **Team Leadership** + Supervises and mentors the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture + Fosters a culture of continuous learning and data-driven decision-making **Other** + Leverages technology and tools (e.g., ERP systems, BI tools) for automation and insights. + Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance forecasting accuracy and efficiency + Participates in or conduct special projects as assigned + Performs other duties as required to support departmental goals and values **POSITION COMPLEXITIES** Scope of HFS financial activities and the evolving financial environment. **IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITY** Ensures accurate financial reporting that informs high impact decisions related to HFS’ long-range financial plan. **WORKING CONDITIONS** -Maintains regular office hours Monday through Friday with up to two days remote work. -Attendance may be required for special events. **SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES** Up to 3 FTE of Financial Analysts **REPORTS TO** Chief Financial Officer **QUALIFICATIONS** **Requirements** Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or equivalent and five years of experience that demonstrates: + Experience in financial planning and analysis + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities + Excellent administrative, financial, organizational and problem-solving skills + Success assimilating regulations, rules, policies and laws + Success working with cross-functional teams both as a leader and a member + Innovative thinking in terms of planning strategies + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, development-oriented environment + Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines + Commitment to continuous improvement of business operations + Excellent communication and presentation skills. + Experience using forward-thinking to develop innovative business solutions while ensuring the integrity of the day-to-day operations + Successful supervision of staff and change management + Strong financial modeling and analytical skills. + Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools + Excellent communication and presentation skills. + Experience leading or mentoring a team Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. **Desired** + Master’s degree in business administration, economics or the equivalent. + Certifications in Public Accounting (CPA), Financial Planning, or related fields + Experience using budget and financial systems (e.g., Workday, Questica, and Adaptive) **CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT** A satisfactory outcome from the reference check process is required prior to hire. **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $120,672.00 annual **Pay Range Maximum:** $120,672.00 annual **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a regular position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** Not Applicable **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.