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The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

The Divisional Finance Director, Harvard College and FASAdministration serves as the senior financial advisor to HarvardCollege and FAS Administration and Finance divisional leadership,with responsibility for financial oversight across all departmentsand centers in the division and all fund types. Reporting to theChief Financial Officer, this role leads divisional budgeting andforecasting in partnership with the Financial Planning and Analysisteam, supports strategic decision-making, and ensures alignmentwith Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) financial policies andplanning processes. The incumbent plays a key role in advancingfinancial strategy and stewardship at the divisional level.

• Lead the development and management of the division's annualbudget and multi-year financial forecasts
• Monitor financial performance and analyze budget-to-actualvariances; communicate findings and recommendations toleadership
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and developmitigation strategies
• Optimize assignment of restricted and unrestricted funds tosustainably advance divisional and school priorities
• Lead the evaluation, piloting, and deployment of Al-enabledtools to streamline financial processes and operations. ExploreAl-driven analytics to uncover actionable financial insights.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to divisional leadership onfinancial strategy and resource planning
• Translate FAS financial guidance and priorities into divisionalimplementation
• Provide financial analysis to support academic and operationalinitiatives, including investment decisions

• Supervise and develop finance staff across the division,including all unit-level finance leaders
• Establish and promote consistent financial practices,processes, and reporting standards
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement,encouraging the thoughtful adoption of new tools and technologiesacross the division in partnership with the CFO

• Ensure compliance with FAS financial policies, procedures, andinternal controls
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the division andcentral FAS Finance
• Contribute to enterprise-wide financial planning and reportingactivities

Work is performed in an office setting;this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days on campus

Sitting and using near vision forreading and computer work for extended periods of time

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant work experience
• Supervisory experience

• Advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPA)desirable
• Demonstrated experience partnering with senior leaders onfinancial planning and strategy
• Strong analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, andvariance analysis
• Excellent judgment and ability to translate complex financialinformation for diverse audiences
• Proven leadership and staff management experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

This is a leadership role overseeing divisional financeoperations and staff. The position operates in a highlycollaborative environment and requires the ability to balance localpriorities with broader institutional goals.

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatsome of the duties and responsibilities can be effectivelyperformed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and locationwill be set by the department at its discretion and based uponoperational needs. When not working at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions mustwork in a Harvard registered state in compliance with theUniversity’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts.Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location.Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements priorto employment.

This position is salary grade level 060. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed tosupport a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental andfinancial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Ourbenefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage.

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