Sr. Fiscal Operations Analyst, CNSM

CSU Careers • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Job Summary Under the general direction of the Administrative Services Manager (ASM), this position assists the ASM in managing the fiscal and personnel operations within the College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics (CNSM). The position is responsible to ensure University and system-wide policies and procedures are followed for all CNSM funds including all state, research foundation, and external funding.

Requirements

• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and vendors.
• Excellent working knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to interpret university and system-wide policies and procedures.
• Excellent skills in analyzing financial data.
• Strong ability to perform complex tasks involving independent judgment, accuracy, and speed.
• Excellent skills and knowledge of Windows, Word, e-mail, spreadsheet, and databases.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets and expenditures for all funds.
• Maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Assist ASM in budget planning and financial assessments.
• Examine procurement, travel, and payment request documents to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Compile faculty assigned time reports in preparation for lecturer contracts and update and maintain lecture entitlement records.
• Assist with HR operations.
• Oversee graduate assistant, teaching associate, student assistant, federal work-study student, and instructional student assistant hiring process with department offices.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off : Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
• Retirement Plans : Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
• Educational Benefits : Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Perks : Access to wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and various insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level