Director of Finance (Administrator II, Range I) - University Corporation

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Director of Finance (Administrator II, Range I) - University Corporation

Description

**Hiring preference given to Internal Applicants**

Working Title

Director of Finance

Administrator Level (for MPP positions only)

This position is an Administrator II in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the Executive Director.

SF State University

San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager.

Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing [email protected].

San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties.

The person holding this position may be 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 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Department

University Corporation

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time (1.0)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$10,833.00 - $11,667.00 Per Month ($129,996.00 - $140,004.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

The Director of Finance under general supervision to the Executive Director (ED) will be responsible for oversight of all accounting and reporting activities. The Director of Finance serves as a key member of the University Corporation senior leadership team. The Director of Finance will serve as the Corporation’s business officer, responsible for providing leadership to the overall support service functions including fiscal management, and budget development. Support service functions include, but not limited to, general accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, banking and investment relations, internal and external auditing and accounting operations and long-range forecasting and planning. As part of senior leadership, the Director of Finance will create and evaluate financial reports, presenting them to senior management, the UCorp board and campus-wide, and making recommendations as warranted. The Director of Finance will lead all day-to-day operations of the accounting department, supervising a team of seven which includes two leads handles the functional responsibility for the chart of accounts, all accounting transactions for three entities serviced by UCorp, reporting, and payroll. UCorp has assets of approximately $50 million dollars, and the Director of Finance would be responsible for overseeing all associated transactions. The Director of Finance will ensure that UCorp has the appropriate policies and procedures in place, which include continually reviewing, and strengthening internal controls related to accounting processes. The Director of Finance is responsible for making sure UCorp is in full compliance with GAAP, GASB, FASB, Federal State and California State University systems, rules, and regulations in the preparation of the Auxiliaries audited financial statements. The Director of Finance will serve as the lead contact in managing the yearly external audit. The Director of Finance will work closely with other department managers and staff with in UCorp, not only to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures but also to explore how finance and accounting can support operations.

In addition, they will make sure that all accounting systems are working appropriately. Currently, PeopleSoft is the official accounting system and Financial Data Warehouse is one of the reporting tools.

Position Information

Delineated by Leadership Roles:

Structuring Work

• Leading and directing day-to-day activities of seven direct reports which include two leads, represent the accounting staff under the Director of Finance supervision. Leverage strengths of the current accounting team members, help clarify roles and responsibilities to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals. Provide strategic direction to the team by identifying processes and procedures that would benefit from revision; recognizing team member performance and providing ongoing training, evaluation and support; developing and planning team work flows and processes to ensure outcomes are in line with organizational goals and objectives.

Managing Talent

• Reviewing and overseeing work related to accounting transactions effecting the balance sheet and statement of revenue and expenses and change in net assets, cash receipts, and fixed assets and reconciliations for three business units.
• Conduct performance evaluations.

Inspiring Performance

• Foster and promote the Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University and User-Friendly Principles. Promote, ensure, and enforce PP&D application of appropriate industry professional responsibilities and ethical standards.

Building Teams

• Lead University-wide committees and work teams as directed or appropriate.
• Represents the Executive Director as directed or appropriate on university/community committees and work groups.
• Leading and supporting work of peers within the organization, which cross accounting by providing review and approval of journals for appropriateness and accuracy.

Using & Sharing Information

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance to GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards and regulatory requirements. Produce financial statements in GASB and FASB format.
• Consistently analyze financial data presented and oversee financial reporting to ensure information presented is accurate and in a timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, annual financial deadlines; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of UCorp, AS and Foundation financial status. When warranted the Director of Finance will make recommendations to improve fiscal operations.
• Oversee and manage all audit activity for the annual audit for the three auxiliaries and provide leadership and direction to the team for audit preparation.
• Director of Finance will be responsible with engaging the board’s audit and finance committees regarding UCorp’s financial statement analysis, carrying out board directed activities and internal controls.
• Reviewing, assessing, and implementing new accounting pronouncements that apply to UCorp business.
• Create, and maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, payroll, and actual expenditures.
• Oversee the fixed assets program which involves staff recording appropriately to the G/L, tagging and bi-annual physical inventory.
• Prepare, review, analyze and present financial reports as requested for three auxiliaries.

Facilitating Change

• Partners with and leads UCorp division administrators in the development, execution and on-going review of strategic initiative identification, planning, and development.

Delineated by Subject Matter:

Finance and Accounting Leadership

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance to GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards and regulatory requirements. Produce financial statements in GASB and FASB format.
• Consistently analyze financial data and present and oversee financial report to ensure presented in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of UCorp, AS and Foundation financial status. When warranted the Director of Finance will make recommendations to improve fiscal operations.
• Manage all audit activity for the annual audit for the three auxiliaries and provide leadership to the team responsible for the audits.
• Engage with the board’s audit and finance committees regarding UCorp’s financial statement analysis, carrying out board directed activity and internal controls.
• Reviewing, assessing, and implementing new accounting pronouncements that apply to UCorp business.
• Create, and maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, payroll, and actual expenditures.
• Oversee the fixed assets program which is involves staff recording appropriately to the G/L, tagging and bi-annual physical inventory.
• Prepare, review, analyze and present financial reports as requested for three auxiliaries.
• Prepare, and review preparation of tax returns for three auxiliaries (ie. 990)
• Provide support as necessary in the preparation of various tax schedules such as 1099, 1042’s, and 592 by the accounts payable team.

Supervision

• Leading and directing day to day activities of three direct reports who are part of a team of five accounting staff under the Director of Finance supervision. Leverage strengths of the current accounting team members, help clarify roles and responsibilities to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals. Provide strategic direction to the team by identifying processes and procedures that would benefit from revision; recognizing team member performance and providing ongoing training, evaluation and support; developing and planning teamwork flows and processes to ensure outcomes are in line with organizational goals and objectives.
• Reviewing and overseeing work related to accounting transactions effecting the balance sheet and statement of revenue and expenses and change in net assets, cash receipts, and fixed assets and reconciliations for three business units.
• Leading and supporting work of peers within the organization which cross accounting by providing review and approval of journals for appropriateness and accuracy.
• Performance evaluations.

Supplemental Functions

• Represent UCorp Executive Director on campus committees or work groups, and outside agencies, as directed.
• Attend conferences and seminars, as directed.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree/equivalent in accounting, finance management, economics or related field. Master’s Degree or CPA preferred.
• A minimum of seven years’ experience in an accounting position where substantial judgment, analysis, interpretation, integration of complex data and information was required. As well as experience handling full charge accounting duties.
• Demonstrated competence in the areas of finance, and accounting.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles practices for a non-profit or governmental environment (i.e. FASB and GASB).
• Experience identifying, recommending, and implementing corrective or preventive action in regard to an accounting system or procedure.
• Experience handling investments related to an endowment fund over 100 million dollars.
• Knowledge processing and supervising the processing of payroll.
• Proficient with computer applications (i.e., excel, word, access, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated competency of well-developed written and oral skills.
• Ability to build and enhance business relationships.
• Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations; advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
• Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reports, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and accounting for investments.
• Demonstrated ability to set and meet project deadlines and manage multiple tasks with continual interruptions.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.

The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.

Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.

Advertised: May 20 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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