California State University-Sacramento · 2 weeks ago
Associate Vice President for Financial Services
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$15,417/mo - $17,000/mo
5+ years expCalifornia State University-Sacramento is seeking an Associate Vice President for Financial Services to serve as a senior advisor to the Chief Financial Officer. The role involves providing strategic recommendations and overseeing multiple financial departments to ensure compliance and operational integrity.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide strategic recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President on matters related to University-wide objectives, policies, and plans involving accounting, student financial services, purchasing and logistics, and procurement
Responsible for the effective leadership and operational oversight of six distinct departments: Accounting Services & Auxiliary Accounting; Accounts Payable & Travel; Procurement & Contract Services; Bursar’s Office; Property & Receiving Services; and the Ticket Office
Ensure that stewardship, financial integrity, operational security, and regulatory compliance are consistently upheld across all units
Provide oversight of auxiliary financial operations and compliance, ensuring alignment with CSU policies, Title 5 regulations, and Chancellor’s Office directives
Coordinate with campus auxiliary organizations to support fiscal transparency, contractual accountability, and integration with University financial systems
Serve as the Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the University and may act on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President during periods of absence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a major in Business or closely related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and professional work experience
At least five years of progressively responsible experience as a senior-level financial manager in a large, complex organization, with direct responsibility for supervising professional staff
Experience in researching, analyzing and recommending solutions to a range of complex issues
Experience as a fiscal agent within a large organization working in highly structured and complex systems in the areas of fund accounting, capital construction, budget principles and concepts, and financial report preparation where fiscal management methods and practices include federal, state, GAAP, GASB and FASB reporting requirements
Experience directing and supervising managers in the formulation of goals and objectives, organizing work and work flow, delegating authority, training, evaluating employees, and administering corrective action as appropriate
Experience managing financial operations and compliance of self-supporting units or enterprise operations, ensuring adherence to applicable policies, regulations, and contractual obligations
Experience coordinating financial audits and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations
Experience overseeing compliance and financial management of a variety of complex funding sources, such as grants, contracts, and self-generated revenue
Experience with web-based applications of information system technology for financial and administrative services functions
Demonstrates leadership in review, development, and implementation of policies and procedures for the university; plans, implements, manages, and evaluates a range of administrative procedures
Skilled in implementing continuous quality improvement and client involvement in assessing and changing services
Knowledge of accounting and budget technology systems including accounts payable, travel, general ledger, cashiering, and other operating systems in a not-for-profit environment
Knowledgeable of the methods of process improvement and streamlining of operations through redesign of business practices and performance measurement and progress assessment methods as applied to individuals, teams and organizations
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff in the formation of program and policy while working effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
Ability to mediate, negotiate and persuade others to positive actions and outcomes
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community
Preferred
Master's or Doctoral Degree in Business Administration or closely related field
Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or equivalent professional certification in accounting or financial management
Progressive experience in a senior level financial and management position in an institution of higher education
Familiarity with the higher education finance or CSU system reporting requirements for both general and special funds. Demonstrated experience overseeing compliance and fiscal operations of CSU auxiliary organizations, including familiarity with Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, CSU policy and procedures governing auxiliary enterprises, and the integration of auxiliary financial practices with campus-wide reporting and accountability structures
Experience interpreting and implementing policies and procedures specific to CSU auxiliaries, ensuring operational compliance and accountability
Experience working with various consultative constituencies such as executive groups, academic administration, budget advisory group, and/or student majority committees
Company
California State University-Sacramento
California State University-Sacramento provides affordable education in the political, cultural, and economic heart of California.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Abu-Zar Tanveer
Co-Founder of MedPrep Mastery Club @ Sacramento State
Antoine Burks
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