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Work type : Management (MPP)
Location : San Diego
Categories : MPP, At-Will, Finance / Accounting, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and / or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
Join Our Team as the Director of Finance and Accounting!
Are you passionate about driving financial excellence and strategic growth in a high-impact educational environment? San Diego State University is seeking a dedicated and visionary leader to join our team as the Director of Finance and Accounting for The Campanile Foundation (TCF).
Key Responsibilities :
- Financial Leadership & Planning : Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer of The Campanile Foundation (TCF) to provide strategic financial leadership and long-term planning for both state and foundation operations.
- Financial Management : Oversee the financial and accounting operations, including budgets funded by state and foundation resources, as well as investment income.
Ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and the integrity of accounting systems.
Audit & Compliance : Independently manage audits, prepare financial statements, and handle tax returns, including IRS Form 990 and related schedules.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Strategic Collaboration : Work closely with University Relations and Development (URAD) management and staff, SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF), CSU Chancellor’s office, campus offices, auxiliaries, and other organizations to support financial operations.
- Stakeholder Engagement : Engage with SDSU leadership, including vice presidents, deans, faculty, alumni, donors, prospective donors, and volunteers to support fundraising and financial initiatives.
Education and Experience :
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three to five years of experience in higher education or non-profit accounting or finance operations.
- Two years of professional financial reporting experience; forecasting; charitable trust accounting; as well as accounting for charitable restricted contributions.
Key Qualifications :
- Advanced knowledge and expertise in the technical aspects of GAAP, with proven experience in financial statement preparation, as well as solid accounting skills in handling complex entries, reconciliations, and year-end procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with internal and financial audits and 990 tax return preparation.
- Ability to conduct complex financial analysis using large campus-wide data sets and provide recommendations to upper management.
- In-depth understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University and foundation resources.
- Proficiency with financial reporting and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar systems).
- Skilled in managing investment portfolios, working with OCIOs, and understanding endowment management.
- Demonstrated expertise in cash management, including cash flow forecasting, maintaining liquidity, and maximizing investment returns through treasury management.
- Work experience in a university fundraising or not-for-profit environment.
Compensation and Benefits :
At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience.
Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance :
- Generous Leave Benefits : Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
- Retirement Security : Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage : Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
- Educational Opportunities : Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
- Voluntary Benefits : Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.
The expected hiring salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $120,000 annually.
Supplemental Information :
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on October 10, 2024.
To receive full consideration, apply by October 9, 2024 . The position will remain open until filled.
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 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate 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 military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at [email protected].
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