Job Description

Job Title

CSUF Philanthropic Foundation Controller

Classification

Administrator II

AutoReqId

531349

Department

University Advancement - Administration and Finance

Sub-Division

Vice President, University Advancement

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,583 - $14,713 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $8,750 - $10,500 per month)

Appointment Type

At-will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California\'s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University\'s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

University Advancement serves Cal State Fullerton by building and strengthening relationships with the communities we serve to encourage advocacy, investment and support of the University, its mission, goals and programs in support of student and alumni success. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the CSUF Philanthropic Foundation Controller (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The CSUF Philanthropic Foundation Controller is responsible for all financial and accounting aspects of the Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation. Directs efforts to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Foundation processes, ensures adherence to Foundation policies and procedures, enhances and ensures compliance of the Foundation\'s system of internal controls, and incorporates nonprofit best practices into the Foundation\'s operations. Develops and reports information that is important and helpful to all Foundation constituents. Maintains general ledger and accounting system. Oversees the establishment and maintenance of funds held for California State University Fullerton and ensures the use of such funds is in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and donor intent, including currently expendable funds as well as endowment funds. Provides complete and accurate financial information regarding these funds. Responsible for the timely issuance of GAAP financial reporting statements including statements of financial position, statements of activities, and cash flows. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance or business administration. A minimum of five years of accounting experience, with two years of experience working with nonprofit accounts preferred. Supervisory/management experience. Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures, and financial statements. Demonstrated experience in effectively organizing workload, setting priorities and meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision to ensure accurate, complete and timely accomplishment of assignments, exercise good judgment to alert supervisor to potential issues before they arise. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical, numerical, reasoning abilities. Strong skills in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Foundation, university personnel, constituents, and the public. Must be results-oriented, quality-driven and team oriented. Ability to work effectively in a large, complex and dynamic organization balancing competing priorities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

License/Certifications

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Special Working Conditions

Must be able to work annual commencement ceremonies.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University\'s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial \xe2\x80\x9cConflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests\xe2\x80\x9d within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

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 requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Advertised: Aug 24, 2023 (7:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 07, 2023 (9:00 PM) Pacific Daylight Time

California State University, Fullerton