University Controller

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the AVP for Financial Management, the position is responsible for the management of the University Controller's Office which includes General Accounting, Financial Reporting and Tax, and Accounts Payable for three business units: the Campus, the Research Foundation, and the 49ER Foundation. The position is primarily responsible for the accuracy of all University and Foundation financial records, the timeliness of financial transactions, response to financial audits, and the preparation of financial reports. In addition, the position works with the Director of CMS Finance and the Director of Financial Management Information Systems in matters relating to the accounting and finance functional areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of the University Controller's Office which includes General Accounting, Financial Reporting and Tax, and Accounts Payable for three business units: the Campus, the Research Foundation, and the 49ER Foundation.
• Development, review, and implementation of fiscal policies and procedures. Reviews changes in federal, state and/or endowment regulations to determine their impact on colleges and universities. Interprets and applies a variety of complex written policies and procedures in circumstances not clearly described by available guidelines.
• Overall responsibility for financial services to the campus community. Member of the system-wide Financial Standards Advisory Committee (FSAC). Reviews current accounting standards pronouncements, GASB Exposure Drafts, IRS rulings, federal and state laws, regulations, and rulings etc.
• General support to senior management and other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Provides advice to senior management with respect to fiscal matters within area of responsibility. In coordination with other managers, ensures that special projects and senior management initiatives are properly addressed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to work effectively and build strong relationships internally and externally with a broad range of individuals to bring the university community together around shared goals. Thorough knowledge of financial and program auditing practices and procedures and internal control policies and procedures. Proven track record in grants management as it relates to compliance and reporting of government, corporate, and foundation grants. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply GASB, GAAP, and FASB standards, pronouncements, principles, and policies. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Word. Thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping methods, sound accounting controls, business processes, policies, and procedures (higher education experience preferred).

Ability to interpret and apply the results of financial analyses and projections to policies and rules, and experience with the maintenance of the chart of accounts. Ability to review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards. Thorough knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation, in addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills for communication with various levels of customers (students, faculty/staff, and vendors), and for the preparation of narratives and discussion and analysis included with financial statements. Knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance Module preferred.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible finance experience, including management required. CPA and/or MBA in Accounting strongly preferred. Experience with higher education and endowment accounting strongly preferred.

Physical Summary

Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects. (10 pounds or less).

Department

Controller's Office

Compensation

Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $11,597 - $13,750 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

Benefits

This is a management level position with an attractive benefits package, which includes a vacation accrual rate of 16 hours per month, and excellent choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance, long term disability coverage, life insurance, educational fee waiver, and retirement benefits.

Classification

Administrator III

Application Procedures

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Additional Information

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu .

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Equal Employment Statement

California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

Advertised: Jun 21 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 19 2024 Pacific Daylight Time

Closing Date/Time:

Long Beach, California 90815 United States View Map