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The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of universities and other institutions that operates astronomical observatories and telescopes. Reporting directly to AURA’s Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis will be responsible for managing the creation and maintenance of all financial models and tools that support the organization, especially in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Funded Centers. This role will partner closely with stakeholders across the organization to manage the short-, medium- and long-range strategic planning, oversee the annual budgeting process, establish the monthly/quarterly/annual reporting cadence, and support a wide range of strategic analysis and decision making.