Associate Director, Budget & Finance
San Diego State University

San Diego, California

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Associate Director, Budget & Finance

Req No: 2023-15129
Category: Accounting/Finance
Type: Full-Time Central Staff
Salary: $9,166.67 - $10,333.34 per month
Close Date:

Overview
This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after March 16, 2023.

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.

WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES

Our Finance department supports the Foundation's mission by providing a full range of finance, budget and accounting services and support. We handle general ledger accounting, budget, investments, cash flow management, debt, audits, invoicing, internal controls and overall high level of finance and accounting procedures and processes. Having skilled financial leaders, technology-based systems and processes allows the department to excel at our finance work, which supports the SDSU research mission and overall strategic growth plans.

YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY'S PRESENT AND FUTURE

As the Associate Director of Budget and Finance, you will serve as a liaison between the Financial Services Facilities Management, and Information Systems departments for a variety of senior staff accountant and systems implementation responsibilities in support of SDSU Research Foundation. Under general direction of the Director of Finance/Controller, you will perform project leadership in large and/or complex systems with broad impact. You will be responsible for interfacing with senior executives, auditors, other auxiliaries, university personnel and a variety of external agencies. You will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of one or more accounting staff.



Responsibilities
THE WORK YOU WILL DO AND MANAGE

As the Associate Director, Budget and Finance you will provide Leadership & Management of Financial Services. You will be responsible for supervision of the audit manager, budget coordinator, staff accountant, and accountant technician II. You will develop and implement departmental policies and programs, establish goals and monitor and evaluate progress towards department goals and objectives. Define duties and requirements for staff, establishing organizational needs. You will serve as primary liaison for Global Campus and KPBS finance and accounting issues and represent SDSURF to the public, other educational institutions and professional associations, auditors, taxing authorities, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.



You will handle budget analysis and reporting by reviewing all new leases and amendments, provide complex budget analyses, review the preparation of the annual and mid-year department budgets for facilities, finance and accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, audit and tax, and insurance and prepare the annual insurance allocations to all associated properties and projects.

You will manage Information Technology project management by partnering with information systems on technology initiatives that impact the organization, performing regular assessments and improvements to finance and facilities systems, developing and publishing custom reports and developing, monitoring, and executing "ad hoc" and ongoing requests for data to ensure that the reports are accurate meeting the business needs.



You will collaborate with CFO and Director of Facilities and Planning Management to analyze real estate decisions on potential future purchases, sales, and leasing opportunities. You will handle financial statements and tax returns by working closely with the Director of Financial Services/Controller and CFO. You will assist with the review of audit schedules, preparation of the financial statements and audit reports. You will ensure the accuracy and timeliness of monthly closes, general ledger posting and accounts receivable reporting and prepare audit schedules, and other items necessary for various periodic and annual audits and assist auditors as necessary.




Qualifications
THE SKILLS WE NEED

Experience and Education

  • Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or a closely related field or a combination of education and relevant experience
  • Six or more years of related experience in a management or supervisory capacity

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in accounting, business administration or related field and/or a CPA
  • Previous experience using Ellucian Banner Finance system.
  • Previous experience working in a university, related auxiliary organizations or non-profit environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel including the use of advanced functions such as VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP, Pivot Charts/Tables, and Macros.
  • Experience with advanced reporting techniques, including data administration and analysis.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE


HOW TO APPLY AND TIPS FOR MAKING IT THROUGH OUR HIRING PROCESS

You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page. Make sure your application is complete. Including a resume and cover letter is recommended. Respond to supplemental questions thoroughly.

WHAT OUR HIRING PROCESS IS LIKE

We work as fast as we can to make hiring decisions. However, it may take several weeks for all the parties involved to review your application. We keep in touch each step of the way and inform you of the status of your application.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:
  • The salary range for this position is $9,166.67 - $10,333.34 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
  • Applicant must live in a commutable distance from SDSU.
  • This position is open until filled.
  • A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation.
  • San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.


  • The COVID-19 vaccine is required by the CSU for all SDSU Research Foundation employees as a condition of employment. Should you be offered a position, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination status, except those individuals who obtain an approved medical or religious exemption.


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