The California State University · 5 hours ago
Fiscal Operations Specialist (Budget Analyst I - Non-Exempt, Range 1) - College of Professional and Global Education
San Francisco, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$2,595/mo - $2,595/mo
1+ years expCalifornia State University is an educational institution that is seeking a Fiscal Operations Specialist. This role supports the fiscal and administrative operations of the College of Professional & Global Education by assisting with purchasing, financial reporting, and reconciliation tasks, ensuring compliance with university policies and enhancing operational efficiency.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist with reconciling monthly expense reports using OnBase and other financial systems
Support journal entries, deposits, and other transactional processing in compliance with CSU accounting standards
Maintain and update fiscal tracking logs and databases for internal reporting and audit purposes
Analyze queries and financial data to generate basic fiscal reports
Verify the accuracy of transactions and ensure appropriate documentation for all expenditures
Assist with purchasing and TPC invoicing
Review purchase requests and invoices for completeness and compliance
Prepare and route purchase orders, reimbursement requests, and related documentation
Communicate with vendors and staff regarding purchasing questions and payment status
Support monthly reconciliation when needed
Assist in generating and analyzing monthly program and budget reports
Participate in ongoing process improvement efforts to increase operational efficiency and fiscal accountability
Conduct ad hoc analyses and support special projects related to fiscal operations
Compile data for budget tracking and performance monitoring
Assist in documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for unit fiscal processes
Serve as a point of contact for external departments and staff inquiries related to fiscal operations
Provide excellent customer service in all fiscal communications
Support internal coordination of fiscal deadlines, project timelines, and reporting requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
General knowledge of budgeting principles, concepts, and processes
Skill in following guidelines and providing input and feedback
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to analyze and summarize mathematical and statistical information
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Proficiency in using word processing and spreadsheet software and applications
Ability to learn financial systems
Organizational and time management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
One year of experience in accounting, fiscal operations, or administrative support, preferably in a higher education or public sector environment
Experience with financial systems
Strong Excel skills for data tracking and reconciliation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pension
401k
Healthcare Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Vacation and Sick Leave
State Holidays
Dynamic Fee Waiver program
Company
The California State University
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.85MKey Investors
DensoNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Dale Carlsen
2024-10-30Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2018-10-26Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Steve Relyea
Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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