Budget & Finance Strategic Plan
In alignment with the OF&S strategic plan, the Office of Budget & Finance aims to foster a culture of care, enhance customer experience, achieve operational excellence, and promote innovation.
To deliver accurate budgetary and fiscal analysis that supports informed decision-making, promotes financial transparency, and ensures the efficient use of University resources. We are dedicated to timely and effective communication, collaboration with all departments, and continuous process improvements.
To empower the University to thrive and innovate while ensuring long-term financial sustainability and strategic growth through effective capital finance, space planning, and utilization.
To provide accurate, timely, and transparent financial services in support of Rice's world-class teaching and research. We foster a culture of collaboration, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements to enhance the trust of all stakeholders.
To safeguard and support the University's daily and future financial needs through efficient cash and debt management.
Enabling opportunities and mitigating risks by providing excellent risk management and insurance services to safeguard our people, property, financial resources, and the University's mission in collaboration with stakeholders.
To ensure the right goods and services are delivered at the right time in the right condition to maximize value for the University.