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Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Director, Financial Reporting. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $190,008 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangements

Flexibility to telecommute two days a week, with three days on-site at the main headquarters in Long Beach, California.

Premium Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Generous vacation plan

15 paid holidays a year

Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members)

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

More details here: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Classification

Administrator III

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Director, Financial Reporting to be responsible for California State University financial reporting, including accounting policy, procedures and guidance, for universities and component units. The incumbent coordinates the systemwide annual reporting close, external audit(s) and oversees the systemwide tax program. The director acts as liaison with the external auditors, university, and component units' financial officers, and state financial officers.

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Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Senior Director, Systemwide Financial Standards & Reporting, the Director, Financial Reporting will perform duties as outlined below:

Leads Financial Reporting by directing California State University systemwide external financial reporting, including year-end reporting to the State Controller's Office, GAAP financial statements (including component units), Single Audit and Federal Clearinghouse submissions, IPEDS, and other required filings. Leads implementation of new accounting standards (GASB and FASB) and supports presentation of financial and audit information to the Board of Trustees. 

Supervises financial information analysis by overseeing the uniform financial structures across all universities, the Chancellor's Office, and component units, including systemwide data definitions, chart of accounts, and derivation rules. Leads systemwide quality-control efforts to ensure consistent and accurate financial reporting. Reviews financial data included in official reports and public materials, including systemwide publications, and oversees transitions to updated reporting processes and procedures.

Oversees the external reporting and audit process by serving as liaison with the State Controller's Office and systemwide external auditors. Oversees auxiliary organization auditor qualifications and assists universities in resolving audit issues and compliance matters.

Coordinates financial accounting & reporting policies, procedures and training by acting as the systemwide subject matter expert for accounting and financial reporting. Develops and issues accounting policies, procedures, and guidance; ensures delivery of systemwide training; and participates in committees and initiatives to strengthen consistency in financial reporting.

Leads Tax Administration by overseeing the systemwide tax program, including monitoring changes in tax law, providing compliance guidance, overseeing required tax filings, and leading systemwide tax training and quality-control efforts.

Qualifications

This position requires:

-Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

-Five years in a supervisory role.

-Eight years of related experience in an accounting/business environment.

-Five years of experience in financial reporting and analysis.

-Five years of experience in financial analysis and reporting in a higher education or governmental environment.

-This position requires a strong working knowledge of complex accounting, including fundamentals of governmental accounting, reporting, and tax.

-The incumbent must possess strong problem solving, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

-Strong leadership and management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

-CPA preferred.

-CSU financial systems, information classification, reporting requirements, and financial statement preparation.

-Masters' degree, or higher degree, preferred.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by July 7, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor's Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor's Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

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.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.