At a glance

California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is seeking dynamic individuals to fill two key accounting management roles: General Accounting Manager and Financial Accounting Manager! Nestled in scenic Monterey, CA, these positions offer a perfect hybrid work environment: on-site presence four days a week with the flexibility of one remote day. As the General Accounting Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the central accounting team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment while utilizing your expertise to lead and develop your team. In the role of Financial Accounting Manager, you will focus on GAAP audit functions, tax compliance, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards. Both positions provide opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration and the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant and diverse campus community.

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Description: What you'll be doing

Another Source’s client, California State University Monterey Bay, is recruiting a General Accounting Manager to join their team in Monterey, CA. This position offers hybrid flexibility, working onsite one day each week. 

Here’s a little about CSUMB and the position they are recruiting for:

Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a mid-sized comprehensive baccalaureate and masters granting university whose staff and faculty help transform student lives through a focus on student success and engagement through project-based learning, service learning in its regional community, and the promotion of multicultural and global perspectives on and beyond campus. CSUMB is both a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) and an Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,400 students. 

https://csumb.edu/about/founding-vision-statement/ 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bq-tO2NGB08 

About the role: 

Under the general direction of the Accounting Director the General Accounting Manager is responsible for the planning, managing and monitoring the work performed by the General Accounting Team of the Accounting Department. This position is responsible for the proper accounting and oversight of the operating ledger and legal reporting of all funds of the University. 

Anticipated Hiring Salary: $85,200-$96,000 

What you will be doing: 

• Responsible for the proper accounting and financial reporting of all funds and ledgers; timely monthly and year-end fiscal reporting of all University funds to the Chancellor’s Office and to the State Controller’s Office and State Treasurer of the State of California.

• Assists the Financial Reporting Team in the preparation of GAAP financial statements for the campus in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles to ensure timely issuance of the financial reports.

• Assists internal and external auditors during financial audits by providing documentation, explanations, and supporting schedules related to journal entries, general ledger balances, and financial transactions.

• Ensures the timely and accurate submission of CSUMB data submissions to state and federal governments, accreditation organizations and committees, and student lending agencies.

• Manages the operating general ledger system which includes the Accounts Receivable and aging processes, Accounts Payable auditing processes, account reconciliations, and ensures the accuracy and completeness of ledger balances.

• Oversees the preparation and posting of journal entries to accurately record financial transactions, adjustments, and reclassifications in the general ledger system. 

• Responsible for hiring, training and guidance as needed to unit personnel, setting goals and preparing evaluations of their performance, and cross-training to effectively work towards a cohesive, collaborative and synergistic team. 

• Acts as the unit representative on campus-wide and system-wide committees at the direction of the Accounting Director. 

• Assists with the development, analysis and documentation of policies and procedures impacting the Accounting Department.

What we would like to see from you: 

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or closely related field AND two years of progressively responsible accounting, higher education or public administration experience which includes at least one year of supervisory experience OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. 

• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, CSUMB and CSU policies and procedures.

• Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting methods and related rules, regulations and procedures.

• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques to evaluate complex accounting problems, understand and apply applicable rules and regulations.

• Knowledge and ability to develop and implement effective and efficient processes, procedures and solutions.

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and proven ability to establish proper internal controls and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse student, staff, faculty and community members in a courteous manner with emphasis on customer service.

• General knowledge of personnel management and supervision principles and ability to effectively use management skills.

• Ability to plan, direct and review a variety of accounting and related activities and meet important deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience: 

• Equivalent to a master’s degree in a closely related field and experience in a CSU campus or higher education environment. 

• Technical fluency with Oracle/PeopleSoft, Common Financial System, Financial Information Report Management Systems (FIRMS), CSU Common Management System or equivalent student information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google mail and calendaring programs.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AND POSITION DESIGNATIONS: 

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). 

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. 

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107. 

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