Budget and Finance

The Office of Budget and Finance is responsible for ensuring the financial stability and long-term sustainability of the NYU Division of Libraries. Through careful management of the Libraries budget and strategic financial planning, our office supports the division’s mission, operations, and academic priorities.

We work in close collaboration with stakeholders across the Libraries and University to provide financial oversight, ensure compliance with all applicable policies, and deliver the financial analysis and reporting necessary to support informed decision-making at all levels.

Our core responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and management of the Libraries consolidated budget for annual operations, sponsored programs, and capital projects
• Maintaining a 10-year strategic financial plan to support short and long-term priorities and initiatives
• Providing financial planning, analysis, and reporting to multiple stakeholders, including University leadership, Libraries senior leaders, and department managers
• Reviewing and approving expenditures, vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and other financial transactions
• Developing and administering policies to ensure strong internal controls and regulatory compliance
• Supporting the budgeting and financial management of grant proposals and post-award administration