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Another Source is proud to partner with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to recruit a Senior Director of Financial Planning and Business Operations in Rochester, NY.This role sits at the center of Student Affairs, shaping how resources, strategy, and workforce planning support the student experience at scale. You’ll oversee a $40M+ budget and help drive financial and operational decisions in close partnership with senior leadership.If you’re a strategic finance leader who enjoys working across finance, operations, and organizational strategy and wants real influence in a mission-driven environment, this is worth a closer look.? Salary: $120,000 - $140,000? Location: Rochester, NY (relocation available)Another Source is partnering withRochester Institute of Technology (RIT)to recruit aSenior Director of Financial Planning and Business Operationsin Rochester, NY.About Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)and the Division of Student Affairs:Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a globally recognized private research university known for innovation, experiential education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Based in Rochester, New York, with a growing international presence, RIT enrolls more than 16,500 undergraduate and 2,900 graduate students across 200+ academic programs in nine colleges.Over the past decade, RIT has gained strong momentum in enrollment, research activity, and national reputation. The university is widely recognized for leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, sustainability, and the arts. Its distinctive model, integrating technology, the arts, and design, prepares students to lead in a rapidly evolving, globally connected world.A defining element of RIT’s identity is its commitment to access and inclusion, including the presence of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), one of the world’s premier institutions for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.The Division of Student Affairs playsa central rolein advancing the student experience and institutional priorities, leading a comprehensive portfolio of programs that support student success, wellbeing, belonging, and engagement from matriculation through graduation. In close partnership with academic and administrative units, the division helps drive persistence, experiential learning, and holistic development.Operating within a highly collaborative, mission-driven environment, this role offers the opportunity to shape how resources, systems, and strategy directly support student success at scale, with immediate impact and long-term influence.About thisrole:Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs, this role sits at the center of a dynamic, mission-driven division that touchesnearly everyaspect of the student experience. The Senior Director playsa centralrolein shaping how the divisionallocatesresources, aligns priorities, andplans for the future, ensuring decisions about people, budgets, and operations advance both divisional and university goals.The position oversees a complex financial portfolio of more than $43 million in annual expenses, $16 million in revenue, and approximately $5 million in gifts, endowments, and capital funds. It also provides strategic direction for workforce planning across more than 265 professional staff.As a key member of the Student Affairs senior leadership team, the Senior Director helps set divisional strategy,anticipateand respond to emerging opportunities and challenges, guide resource allocation, shape policy, and build strong partnerships with institutional leaders across finance and human resources.Scope & ImpactStrategic Financial & Operational LeadershipLead multi-year financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, andscenario modelingOversee andoptimizea complex portfolio of expenses, revenues, and funding streamsAlign financial and operational strategies with divisional and institutional prioritiesTranslate strategic initiatives into actionable financial and operational plansProvidedata-driven insights to inform executive decision-makingOperations, Compliance & Continuous ImprovementOversee divisional administrative, financial, and operational functionsStrengthen systems, processes, and internal controls to improve efficiency and transparencyEnsure compliance with university policies, procedures, and regulatory requirementsIdentifyand mitigate financial and operational risksLead process improvement efforts to enhance effectiveness and scalabilityLeadership, Collaboration & Workforce StrategyServe as a key member of the Student Affairs senior leadership teamSupervise and develop professional staffAdviseleadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and resource alignmentAct as primary liaison to central finance and human resources functionsBuild and sustain effective partnerships across the institutionRequired QualificationsMBA, MS in Accounting, or related field*Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, operations, or administration*Demonstratedexpertisein budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planningExperience with enterprise systems (e.g., Workday)Experience supervising professional staffStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skills*Equivalent combination of experience & education may be consideredPreferred QualificationsProfessional certification (CPA, CMA, or CIA)Experience in higher educationKnowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf cultureCompensation & BenefitsTheanticipatedsalary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000,commensuratewith experience. Relocation and temporary housing support are available.RIT offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Highlights include:Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceGenerous Retirement ContributionsPaid Time Off & HolidaysLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness ProgramsTuition Assistance-for you and eligible dependentsLearn more:https:www.rit.edu/fa/publicsafety/federalcompliance.htmland selecting the link for the Annual Fire and Safety Report or by contacting the Office of Public Safety at (585)475-2853 or by sending a request to RIT Public Safety 61 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623-5603.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAnother Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. 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