Planning & Budgeting Advisor

The Planning and Budgeting Advisor is responsible for providing strategic financial advice, facilitating budget planning, and ensuring the alignment of financial resources with the university’s objectives. This role supports decision-making by delivering accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and budgetary guidance to various administrative and operational units. The advisor collaborates closely with the Campus and community department manager, management, and finance teams to optimize resource allocation and manage operational expenditures (OPEX) and capital expenditures (CAPEX).  

Responsibilities

• Provide financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making for Campus and community department.  
• Ensure alignment of budgetary plans with Campus and Community goals and priorities.  
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting processes.  
• Prepare detailed financial reports, variance analyses, and cost assessments for both OPEX and CAPEX.  
• Ensure effective management of operational expenditures by identifying potential efficiencies and cost reductions.  
• Monitor budget performance and provide regular updates on financial status, risks, and opportunities.  
• Analyze financial trends and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring resource optimization.  
• Work closely with Ca