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University of Notre Dame

Budget & Finance Specialist

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN Up to $75k/yr Full time Posted 1d ago
Accounting Budget Management Financial Analysis Financial Planning
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Job Description

Budget & Finance Specialist will deliver dedicated budgeting and finance support for the College of Science Dean’s Office and assigned departments onsite in Notre Dame, IN.

Responsibilities

  • Own the annual budgeting process for assigned department(s), covering both labor and non-labor expenditures and revenue
  • Partner with the Department Admin, Chair, and the Director of Finance to update forecasts throughout the year
  • Ensure department projections submitted to the Budget Office, Provost’s Office, and Board of Trustees are complete and accurate
  • Submit and/or approve financial transactions in University systems, including buyND, travelND, and the Financial Toolkit
  • Manage restricted (endowed) funds for assigned department(s), including confirming expenditures are charged appropriately
  • Monitor restricted fund deficits and help ensure deficits are cleared promptly
  • Coordinate with Development, the Controller’s office, and the Dean’s Office on fund utilization, stewardship, and/or restriction release requests
  • Assist the Director of Finance with college-level initiatives, including financial oversight of Centers & Institutes within the College of Science
  • Support additional college-level projects and tasks as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in a relevant field (e.g., Accounting, Finance)
  • 1+ years of experience in budgeting, accounting, and general financial management

Technologies

  • buyND, travelND, Financial Toolkit
  • MS Office products
  • Google suite

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA License preferred
  • Higher education experience

Key Traits & Skills

  • Strong aptitude for learning: ability to quickly pick up new software tools, financial platforms, and processes
  • Attention to detail: high accuracy with numerical data, reconciliations, and documentation
  • Problem-solving mindset: interest in examining processes, fixing inefficiencies, and organizing workflows
  • Proficiency with MS Office products, Google suite, and budgeting/financial tools
  • Understanding of the mission and values of a Catholic University founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross

Application Information

  • Submit a cover letter and resume to be fully considered
  • Salary: up to $75,000 per year, commensurate with experience
  • Application deadline: October 9, 2026

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