Financial Services Specialist (CSUN Only)

California State University, Northridge•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$5,797 - $8,445•Hybrid

About The Position

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. Under general supervision, the Financial Services Specialist coordinates financial administration, payroll, procurement, and accounting operations. The position analyzes financial transactions, reviews reconciliations, facilitates artist payments, monitors rental settlements, and ensures compliance with university financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance or a job-related field.
Equivalent to five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
Oversight and administration of a program with supervision and/or lead experience.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently, as well as part of a team, under the pressure of time deadlines.
Ability to safely manage sensitive, confidential financial data with professional integrity.
Ability to work with numbers accurately, calculate figures, and verify financial reports.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict university deadlines, while remaining flexible and adaptable to shifting event priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of experience at a higher education institution is preferred.
Detail and process-oriented person with the ability to be inquisitive and pro-active in understanding how changes in university processes will affect the ongoing financial and operational processes of The Soraya.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and monitors day-to-day financial and accounting processes of YSNC, ensuring financial operations are performed accurately and timely.
Reviews and analyzes financial reconciliations and account activity. Monitors fund balances and recommends changes and/or actions to ensure the organization remains on target.
Coordinates and monitors processes related to YSNC monthly payroll and related HR functions, including monthly coordination with YSNC Department Heads to ensure timely processing to meet University deadlines.
Coordinates and monitors processes related to YSNC procurement, including the CSUBUY Procure-to-Pay platform, to ensure accurate and timely completion.
Works in close coordination with YSNC Artistic Programming team and University Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate artist payments, including review of contracts and assessment of state and federal withholdings.
Performs other duties as assigned.