Associated Students Inc. at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona · 17 hours ago
Accounting Manager (Hybrid)
Pomona, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$70K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expAssociated Students, Inc. (ASI) at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the General Accounting unit of the Financial Services Department. The role involves managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team to maintain fiscal integrity and data accuracy.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Oversee general accounting functions, including but not limited to bookkeeping, review and postings of general ledger transactions, inter-fund transfers and paybacks, subsidiary ledger posting and reconciliation to the general ledger, and chart of accounts maintenance
Responsible for the proper accounting and financial reporting of all funds and ledgers
Responsible for the timely monthly and year-end closing processes, including financial reviews, and account analysis
Responsible for proper payroll entry into the general ledger and the oversight of reconciliation
Ensure expenditures comply with ASI, CSU and State policy and procedures
Ensure timely and accurate submission of ASI data reports to campus, state, and federal governments
Ensure financial transactions conform to ASI, CSU and State regulations and making necessary corrections
Oversee cash analysis, cash flow planning, and ensure availability of funds in bank account, as needed
Oversee fixed assets, including inventory of fixed assets and depreciation and amortization of fixed assets, and reconciliation of fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger
Provide reports, including but not limited to, income statements, balance sheet, P&L, etc. for stakeholders (BOD, ASI Leadership, budget managers, University, etc.) with information on current state of finances as well as needed projections
Perform regular account analysis and financial projections to ensure accuracy in account balance, transaction recording, and financial reporting
Transition the coordination of internal and external audits and advisory reviews over course of first year
Coordinate tax preparation with accounts payable management to prepare tax forms including but not limited to Forms 1099, quarterly use tax/sales tax filing, etc
Responsible for the development, analysis, implementation, enforcement, and documentation of policies and procedures impacting the General Accounting unit
Recommend and implement improvements as they relate to the General Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable units
Provide guidance on and conducts research to ensure compliance with all policies and applicable regulations
Understand, implement, and interpret policies and regulations to students, faculty, staff, external agencies, and the public
Provides assistance on compliance with reporting requirements of the University, CSU and regulatory agencies
Prepare, disseminate, and ensure training of new policies and procedures within the unit and to the ASI community
Responsible for recruitment, supervision, training, development, performance management, 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
Ensure assigned operations in these units are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures based on organizational goals and generally accepted accounting standards
Manage the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner and guide overall units’ priorities
Supervise the (1) PT Accounting Supervisor, (2) PT Lead Accounting Assistants, and (2) PT Accounting Assistants
Actively engage as an organizational leader in all ASI team learning and training as well as ASI and University meetings, task teams, and committees
Role model the behaviors of ASI core values, constantly challenging one’s mental models as an active learner
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or a closely related field
Minimum five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and training
Minimum three years leading and supervising the work of others
Experience in fund accounting
Thorough knowledge of auxiliary accounting methods and related rules, regulations, and procedures
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and proven ability to establish proper internal controls and procedures
Considerable knowledge of accounting theories, statistical and research methods, and fiscal reporting
Considerable knowledge of audit and tax requirements and preparation
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
Ability to plan, direct, and review a variety of accounting and related activities and meet important deadlines
Ability to analyze financial and statistical data and prepare comprehensive financial reports with a high level of accuracy
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, CSU and ASI policies and procedures
Possess analytical skills with the ability to identify and analyze issues to develop, recommend, and evaluate solutions
General knowledge of the principles of personnel management and supervision and ability to effectively utilize management skills
Ability to change priorities when needed to meet changing and overlapping deadlines
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
Effective interpersonal skills with the proven ability to guide others in a highly collaborative manner
Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
Technical fluency with computer skills using standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and databases
Knowledge of Great Plains or other ERP financial system
Ability to work independently, use initiative and exercise judgment
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
Preferred
Experience within a university or nonprofit environment preferred
Company
Associated Students Inc. at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associated Students, Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase