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California State University-Dominguez Hills · 2 weeks ago

Associate Vice President of Business and Finance

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$15K/yr - $22K/yr

10+ years exp

California State University-Dominguez Hills is a diverse, equity-driven university committed to academic excellence and community engagement. They invite experienced financial leaders to join their Administration & Finance Division as the Associate Vice President of Business Finance, overseeing the university’s financial operations and providing strategic guidance.

EducationProfessional Services

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Tanisha Dean, SHRM-CP

Responsibilities

Oversee daily financial operations across Accounting Services, Budget Office, and Procurement & Contracts

Lead and develop management and staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Implement and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and business process improvements

Ensure compliance with regulatory changes and CSU, GAAP, and GASB standards

Direct preparation of year-end financial statements, audits, and supplier management initiatives

Serve as the chief financial advisor to the Vice President, guiding long-range financial planning and policy development

Oversee financial reporting, cost controls, liquidity analysis, and risk management

Coordinate fiscal planning with campus departments and auxiliaries

Design and maintain financial reporting systems and lead the preparation of tax and other required filings

Lead negotiations for major and complex contracts and develop performance metrics for continuous improvement

Lead or participate in campus financial committees and serve as a liaison to auxiliaries

Represent the campus in CSU systemwide working groups and professional organizations

Collaborate with IT on financial system upgrades and technology initiatives

Qualification

Financial managementGAAP knowledgeLeadership skillsOracle/PeopleSoftCPA certificationContinuous improvementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a closely related field

Highly trained and effective finance professional with demonstrated expertise in financial management and operations

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in finance or related areas, which includes at least five (5) years of managerial experience overseeing professional staff and leading financial functions within a complex organization

Extensive understanding of GAAP, GASB/FASB requirements, and auditing principles

Experience with comprehensive financial systems; Oracle/PeopleSoft preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to lead diverse, high-performing teams and foster an ethical, inclusive work environment

Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence

Preferred

Master's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Tuition assistance

Company

California State University-Dominguez Hills

Centrally located in the South Bay and the heart of Los Angeles, CSU Dominguez Hills is a diverse, welcoming community of learners and educators collaborating to change lives and communities for the better.

Founded in 1960

Carson, California, USA

1001-5000 employees