Associate Director, Financial Planning & Budget - Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, WA
About the Job
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The Associate Director, Financial Planning & Budget is responsible for overseeing the operating and capital budget planning and analysis functions across research and corporate lines of business. This position will influence decision-making towards the organization’s annual and long-term financial health by combining technical and financial expertise with tactical vision and leadership.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:PRIMARY/ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Budget Planning and Management:
- Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting processes, including the development of budget templates, guidelines, and timelines.
- Manage the preparation, consolidation, and distribution of budgets and related reports.
- Collaborate with department heads to gather budget inputs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Analyze budget proposals and provide recommendations for approval or adjustments.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive budget management policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide budget management oversight.
- Process Improvement:
- Continuously improve budgeting processes to increase efficiency and accuracy while enhancing the decision-making process for senior leadership.
- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to strengthen the budgeting process and capabilities.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Serve as a key liaison between the FP&A team and other departments and leadership, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
- Provide training and support to department heads and other stakeholders on budget-related matters.
- Staff Development:
- Lead team of analysts, providing guidance, counseling, oversight and training.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
- Proven track record in a senior financial management role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments to ensure accurate and timely financial planning and analysis.
- Proficiency in financial modeling.
- Advanced knowledge of financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
The annual base salary range for this position is from $135,408 to $225,638, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).