Associate Vice President for Financial Services

Position DetailsWorking Title: Associate Vice President for Financial ServicesClassification Title: Administrator IIIPosting DetailsPriority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, October 26, 2025 @ 11:55pm PSTPosition SummaryThe Associate Vice President reports to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Administration. The incumbent serves as a senior advisor, providing strategic recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President on matters related to University-wide objectives, policies, and plans involving accounting, student financial services, purchasing and logistics, and procurement. The Associate Vice President is responsible for the effective leadership and operational oversight of six distinct departments: Accounting Services & Auxiliary Accounting; Accounts Payable & Travel; Procurement & Contract Services; Bursar’s Office; Property & Receiving Services; and the Ticket Office. This role ensures that stewardship, financial integrity, operational security, and regulatory compliance are consistently upheld across all units.In addition, the Associate Vice President provides oversight of auxiliary financial operations and compliance, ensuring alignment with CSU policies, Title 5 regulations, and Chancellor’s Office directives. This includes coordination with campus auxiliary organizations to support fiscal transparency, contractual accountability, and integration with University financial systems. The Associate Vice President serves as the Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the University and may act on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President during periods of absence.FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)Anticipated Hiring Range: $15,417 per month - $17,000 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,891 per month - $22,119 per monthBest-in-class Benefits: Learn moreCSU Total Compensation: Learn moreSalary Grade/Range: 1Recruitment Type: At WillWork Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; weekends and evenings as needed. Position works on-site.Department InformationThe Financial Services team — encompassing Accounting Services & Auxiliary Accounting, Accounts Payable & Travel, Procurement & Contract Services, the Bursar’s Office, Property & Receiving Services, and the Ticket Office — is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of compliance, accountability, and service. Through excellence in accounting, reporting, reconciliation, procurement, and financial operations, the team advances Sacramento State’s mission by supporting the campus community with integrity, stewardship, and a commitment to continuous improvement. For more information on the department, please visit the department website.Required QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree with a major in Business or closely related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and professional work experienceExperienceAt least five years of progressively responsible experience as a senior-level financial manager in a large, complex organization, with direct responsibility for supervising professional staff.Experience in researching, analyzing and recommending solutions to a range of complex issues.Experience as a fiscal agent within a large organization working in highly structured and complex systems in the areas of fund accounting, capital construction, budget principles and concepts, and financial report preparation where fiscal management methods and practices include federal, state, GAAP, GASB and FASB reporting requirements.Experience directing and supervising managers in the formulation of goals and objectives, organizing work and work flow, delegating authority, training, evaluating employees, and administering corrective action as appropriate.Experience managing financial operations and compliance of self-supporting units or enterprise operations, ensuring adherence to applicable policies, regulations, and contractual obligations.Experience coordinating financial audits and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations.Experience overseeing compliance and financial management of a variety of complex funding sources, such as grants, contracts, and self-generated revenue.Experience with web-based applications of information system technology for financial and administrative services functions.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesDemonstrates leadership in review, development, and implementation of policies and procedures for the university; plans, implements, manages, and evaluates a range of administrative procedures.Skilled in implementing continuous quality improvement and client involvement in assessing and changing services.Knowledge of accounting and budget technology systems including accounts payable, travel, general ledger, cashiering, and other operating systems in a not-for-profit environment.Knowledgeable of the methods of process improvement and streamlining of operations through redesign of business practices and performance measurement and progress assessment methods as applied to individuals, teams and organizations.Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff in the formation of program and policy while working effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.Ability to mediate, negotiate and persuade others to positive actions and outcomes.Strong communication skills (written and verbal).Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.Preferred QualificationsMaster's or Doctoral Degree in Business Administration or closely related fieldActive CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or equivalent professional certification in accounting or financial management.Progressive experience in a senior level financial and management position in an institution of higher education.Familiarity with the higher education finance or CSU system reporting requirements for both general and special funds. Demonstrated experience overseeing compliance and fiscal operations of CSU auxiliary organizations, including familiarity with Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, CSU policy and procedures governing auxiliary enterprises, and the integration of auxiliary financial practices with campus-wide reporting and accountability structures.Experience interpreting and implementing policies and procedures specific to CSU auxiliaries, ensuring operational compliance and accountability.Experience working with various consultative constituencies such as executive groups, academic administration, budget advisory group, and/or student majority committees.Required Licenses/CertificationsAbility to pass background checkDocuments Needed to ApplyResumeCover letterFailure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.Interview TimelineVirtual (Zoom) interviews are anticipated to occur November 10 through November 21.On campus interviews are anticipated to occur December 1 through December 12.About Sacramento StateSacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.Equal Employment OpportunityCalifornia State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit the following page to learn more: the reasonable accommodation policy page.The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit the CSU Learn page.Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act NotificationPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at the Clery website. The ASR contains policy statements, emergency preparedness and safety information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director.Background Check DisclaimerA background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU Sacramento employees who apply for the position.COVID-19 Vaccination PolicyEffective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all CSU Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow vaccine recommendations by the CDC and CDPH applicable to their age and health conditions.Out of State EmploymentSacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. The University requires all employees to reside in the State of California on date of hire. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state.Eligibility VerificationCandidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e., H-1B Visa).Note to ApplicantsPossession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr