Top Budgeting Executive oversees all aspects of an organization's budgeting and financial forecasting function. Directs the development and evaluation of policies and processes that will support the short and long-term financial objectives of the organization. Being a Top Budgeting Executive implements operational processes for the annual budget and capital planning. Establishes performance indicators used to evaluate and analyze actual performance against budgets. Additionally, Top Budgeting Executive leads the development of budget planning and forecasting tools to support management decisions. Presents budget data to senior management and/or board. Typically requires a MBA or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Top Budgeting Executive manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Location: Hattie Mae White
Department: Budgeting & Financial Planning
Area:Northwest
Contract Months:12
Salary Range: $190,000.00 – $235,000.00
Academic Year: 24-25
The Senior Executive Director of Budgeting manages all activities of the budget department, including establishing operating procedures and policies. Plans, manages, and supervises the preparation of the district’s annual budget and directs the monitoring and maintenance of budgetary control for overall district and charter school budgets. Confers with the chief financial officer (CFO) and deputy chief financial officer (DCFO) to prepare and present budget projections and reports to the superintendent, the board and the general public on the annual budget. Prepares forecasts and develops long-range budget plans to ensure the district’s financial stability and continued growth. Serves as the primary point of contact for all budgetary information requests. This position also manages and supports the division finance units in the district.
List most important duties first
List most important duties first
1. Strategic Leadership:
2. Operations Management:
3. Budgeting and Financial Management:
4. Personnel Management:
5. Stakeholder Collaboration:
Master's degree in education administration, business administration, or a related field.
7 years
Extensive experience in senior leadership positions within a school system or educational organization.
Strong knowledge of administrative functions, policies, and regulations related to K-12 education. Proven track record of strategic planning, organizational development, and change management. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
Knowledge of financial management principles and budgeting processes.
Familiarity with educational technologies and their integration into administrative functions.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic oversight for multiple departments and/or a major division or for the entire district. Provides strategic direction and develops long-range plans which impact multiple departments or divisions. Using in-depth knowledge of multiple disciplines, identifies and evaluates high-impact issues, and provides strategy and direction to a major functional area or multiple departments. Establishes programs and policies, and ensures integration of operational objectives across multiple, major departments, program areas and possibly district-wide.
Work is non-standardized and widely varied, involving many complex and significant variables including significant time spent planning, evaluating complex solutions and issues, and negotiating outcomes. Strong analytic ability and inductive thinking are frequently required to devise new approaches to situations where previously accepted solutions have proven inadequate. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the division. Supervision received typically consists of providing periodic coaching, advice and feedback.
Participates in a group plan and/or budget development.
Decisions are made with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that may affect multiple departments across HISD. Job is frequently expected to recommend new solutions to problems, to improve existing methods/procedures/services and generate new ideas. May also review decisions made by other individuals on more routine matters.
Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the district causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.
Negotiate and influence - interprets department strategies and services, resolves conflicts, influences outcomes on matters of significance for the division, conducts final negotiations and coordinates approvals/decision making below the executive level. Interactions are typically with customers and Top Management.
Leads others in the resolution of highly sensitive and confidential issues on behalf of the department. Acts as a trusted advisor, and becomes involved in the customer's decision making process including presenting alternatives and information and applying persuasion and negotiation skills in the resolution of problems. Monitors customer service standards.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.