Fiscal Resource Manager

CSU Careers•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

California State University, Los Angeles, is hiring a Fiscal Resource Manager, an Administrator II position in Facilities Management within the Administration & Finance Division. Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President for Facilities Planning, Design and Construction, the incumbent provides strategic fiscal leadership and advanced administrative support for Facilities Services and Facilities Planning, Design and Construction. The Fiscal Resource Manager oversees the department’s complex financial operations, including multi-year budget development and forecasting, fiscal analysis, financial reporting, account reconciliation, resource allocation, fund management, and financial compliance. The position applies accounting principles, financial management practices, and CSU policies and procedures to steward university resources and comply with systemwide regulations, state requirements, and funding restrictions. As the department’s principal fiscal advisor, the manager works with executive leadership, campus administrators, and university departments to analyze financial data, recommend budgets, address complex fiscal and operational issues, and support decision-making. The position leads development and implementation of financial policies, internal controls, and business processes. It directly supervises and oversees accounting and administrative staff responsible for accounting, budgeting, purchasing, billing, accounts payable and receivable, contract and procurement support, and financial reporting. The incumbent monitors expenditures and revenues, ensures transaction accuracy, recommends resource allocations, supports business operations, and identifies opportunities to improve productivity and operational effectiveness. The manager also performs other related duties as assigned. The appointment is governed by the CSU Management Personnel Plan. The position is designated under the CSU Conflict of Interest Code, and the successful candidate must file Conflict of Interest forms. Employees must reside in California upon hire and may not perform CSU-related work outside the state. A satisfactory background check is required before an offer can be made.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation that leads to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
At least five years of progressively responsible budgetary and administrative experience, including financial administration, fiscal analysis, and day-to-day budget management responsibilities; higher education experience is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of budgetary and financial administration principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), applicable financial regulations, and administrative policies and procedures.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex spreadsheets, formulas, data analysis, and reporting.
Working knowledge of a broad range of technology, financial systems, and business software applications.
Skills in fiscal and administrative analysis, problem-solving, organization, project coordination, and independent workload prioritization.
Strong analytical, quantitative, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures; analyze complex fiscal and administrative matters; prepare reports; present information; and develop recommendations.
Strong customer service, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform administrative and analytical work involving multiple and competing priorities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in evaluating complex or exceptional circumstances and to develop and recommend appropriate courses of action.
Ability to resolve sensitive issues, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with diverse internal and external constituencies.
Ability to train others, provide lead work direction, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, administrators, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, exercise initiative, and maintain professionalism, accountability, and service.
Demonstrated interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.
Must satisfactorily complete a background check, including a criminal records check, before an offer can be made.
Must reside in California upon date of hire; CSU-related work may not be performed outside California.
Must complete a Cal State LA online employment application; resumes are not accepted in lieu of the completed application.
Must comply with mandated reporter requirements under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the California State University system or other California higher education institutions.
Knowledge of the PeopleSoft financial system.
Facilities leadership in fiscal operations and/or construction, including direct oversight of budgets or funds related to capital projects and/or management of property accounting portfolios.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic fiscal leadership and advanced administrative support for Facilities Management, including Facilities Services and Facilities Planning, Design and Construction.
Oversee multi-year budget development and forecasting, fiscal analysis, financial reporting, account reconciliation, resource allocation, fund management, and financial compliance.
Apply accounting principles, financial practices, CSU policies, state requirements, and funding-source restrictions to ensure effective stewardship and compliance.
Serve as the department’s principal fiscal advisor and collaborate with executive leadership, campus administrators, and university departments on financial analysis, budget recommendations, and complex fiscal or operational issues.
Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and business processes that promote efficiency, accountability, and sound fiscal management.
Directly supervise and oversee accounting and administrative staff responsible for accounting, budgeting, purchasing, billing, accounts payable and receivable, contract and procurement support, and financial reporting.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions; monitor expenditures and revenues; recommend resource allocations; and support business operations.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity and operational effectiveness.
Support the mission and strategic objectives of Facilities Services, Facilities Planning, Design and Construction, and the University through fiscal stewardship, customer service, and operational support.
Perform other related duties as assigned.