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Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Duke University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Nov 2025
💰 $222,260/yr($111,129/yr$222,260/yr)

About the role

School of Medicine

 

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

 

Shape the Future of Financial Strategy at Duke School of Medicine! Are you ready to lead transformative financial planning and analysis? 

 

In this pivotal role, you’ll drive annual operating and projection processes, deliver mission-focused reporting, and spearhead innovative business plans for new programs and initiatives. As a trusted partner to senior leadership, you’ll manage key fiscal projects, optimize processes, and provide insights that power strategic decisions.

 

Be You.

 

Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Finance School of Medicine (SOM) and in collaboration with the Assistant Dean for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, SOM Controller, and Associate Vice President, Finance DHIP leads the annual operating and financial projection processes for the Basic Science Departments, Centers & Institutes and Administrative units within the SOM. 

 

Supports the generation of financial reports and analysis for all components of the operations for the portfolio, with a focus on comparative financial and mission-based reporting, long-term modeling, budget development tools, sponsored research analytics, and the development of business plans for new programs and initiatives.

 

Responsible for leading an interactive, collaborative, qualitative assessment of all regularly scheduled and ad hoc financial reporting.

 

Acts as project manager for key fiscal and operational projects in support of the school’s mission, including but not limited to, new business development, business process improvement, and professional development.

 

Work Arrangement – Hybrid

 

Anticipated Pay Range - Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $111,129.00 to USD $222,260.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

 

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

 

Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

 

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

 

Candidates with an MBA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification (i.e., Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant) preferred.

 

Financial experience in a complex academic medical center or higher education strongly preferred.

 

Experience with Duke University or other enterprise reporting systems (e.g., SAP, A40) to support financial and analytical reporting is preferred. Financial experience in a complex academic medical center or higher education is preferred.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Training - Bachelor degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Experience - Seven years of experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.

 

Be Bold.

 

Skills

 

  • In depth knowledge of fund accounting, government contract accounting, and grants administration.
  • Strong ability to provide strategic level input to senior leadership while delivering a hands-on approach to the operations management of all fina

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