Senior Manager, Accounting Operations - CSU Chancellor's Office

Another Source • Long Beach, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Accounting Operations leads the California State University Office of the Chancellor’s internal Fiscal Services function in Long Beach. The role focuses on financial operations for the Chancellor’s Office itself—not accounting operations or reporting for CSU’s 23 campuses. Internally, the position is titled Senior Manager, Fiscal Services.

The position oversees general accounting, accounts payable, billing, cashiering, and financial reporting for the Chancellor’s Office. It leads an established team of nine accounting professionals, including two direct-report managers and seven additional team members. The Senior Manager is responsible for developing the team, improving internal controls and processes, supporting compliance, and delivering responsive financial services to Chancellor’s Office departments.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Assistant Controller, the role also partners with internal departments and external partners, provides financial guidance and training, and leads process-improvement and technology initiatives. The work arrangement is hybrid, with three days onsite at the Long Beach Chancellor’s Office and two days remote; Wednesday is a required onsite day.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Chancellor’s Office Fiscal Services and Accounts Payable teams, setting priorities and fostering accountability, collaboration, and customer service.
• Coach, mentor, and support the professional development of two managers and seven other accounting professionals.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, general accounting, billing, cashiering, and related financial activities.
• Direct monthly and annual financial close processes and coordinate accurate, timely reporting with internal finance and budget teams.
• Partner with department managers to develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices that strengthen internal controls, safeguard assets, and support compliance with CSU policies and accounting standards.
• Oversee internal audits related to assigned Chancellor’s Office financial operations and support resolution of audit findings.
• Review customer satisfaction feedback and identify ways to improve service delivery, responsiveness, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Chancellor’s Office departments and external partners to resolve complex financial matters and maintain working relationships.
• Keep the Assistant Controller informed about departmental performance, emerging challenges, and significant operational decisions.
• Provide Chancellor’s Office departments with guidance on accounting practices, accounts payable processes, and financial systems.
• Develop and deliver training for Chancellor’s Office employees on financial policies, procedures, and system updates; promote training resources and consistent financial practices.
• Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders and foster a service-oriented environment.
• Identify ways to streamline financial processes, reduce manual work, and improve efficiency.
• Develop performance metrics and productivity indicators to measure accuracy, turnaround times, and service effectiveness.
• Promote digital solutions, automation, and data-driven reporting tools to modernize financial operations.
• Lead special projects and support the Assistant Controller with strategic and operational initiatives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, described as typically adding 30–35% to total compensation.
• Up to 24 vacation days per year, based on employee group and services, and flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Access to athletic and recreation facilities, sporting events, cultural performances, and speakers at campus communities.
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition waivers for the employee, spouse, registered domestic partner, or eligible dependent child at any of the 23 CSU campuses.
• Choice of CalPERS Retirement Plan or 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan.
• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed