Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Summary: Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for the financial management, budgeting, and strategy of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Leading a team of 3 financial analysts, the Director is responsible for the development of the School’s $400M+ annual operating budget, multi-year financial plan, monthly forecasts, and management reporting, as well as frequent ad hoc analyses. A key member of the Office of Financial Services leadership team, the Director partners closely with the CFO, and regularly engages with administrative and departmental leaders across the Chan School. The Director plays a critical role in shaping the School’s financial strategy, providing actionable insights to inform resource allocation, investments, and long-range planning in support of the research and teaching mission. This role is highly visible and requires the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, compelling narratives for a range of audiences, including the Dean, Executive Dean for Administration, and other School and University leaders. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Please Note: Applicants must have significant experience in sponsored research finance within a complex higher education, hospital, healthcare, or academic medical center environment, with higher education experience strongly preferred. This experience should be clearly demonstrated in the candidate’s resume and applicati