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San Diego State University
  • Position Number: 7285046
  • Location: San Diego, CA
  • Position Type: Business and Financial Management


Full Time - Director, Financial Services Description
COMPENSATION:

Salary: $160,000.00-$190,000.00 annually

This represents the good faith estimate of the annual salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position upon hire, based on the selected candidate's experience, education, skills, internal alignment, and overall business needs.

In select cases, and depending on market conditions or exceptional candidate qualifications, compensation may exceed this range, provided it aligns with applicable law and our compensation policies.

Additional information about our compensation scales is available at: https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7285046&targetURL=
COMPENSATION:

Salary: $160,000.00-$190,000.00 annually

This represents the good faith estimate of the annual salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position upon hire, based on the selected candidate's experience, education, skills, internal alignment, and overall business needs.

In select cases, and depending on market conditions or exceptional candidate qualifications, compensation may exceed this range, provided it aligns with applicable law and our compensation policies.

Additional information about our compensation scales is available at: www.aztecshops.com/employment.



SUMMARY:

The Director of Financial Services/Controller is part of the executive management team that provides strategic leadership for the corporation and its revenue producing divisions: dining services, our largest revenue producing division; campus stores; commercial and residential real estate; conference services; and licensing. Under the direction of the CEO, the position is responsible for protecting over $200M in company assets, primarily in real estate, with assets expected to grow to approximately $1B over the next five years, by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, reporting systems, and legal and regulatory compliance for all accounting and financial reporting functions. The Director of Financial Services/Controller oversees accounting, finance, budgeting, payroll, internal audit, and sales audit departments.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON LOCATION:

NOTE: The duties listed below are examples of the variety and general nature of those performed by employees in this job description. The list is descriptive only and should not be used for any other purpose. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Is supportive of and active in SDSU's Shared Governance.

  • Plan, organize, develop, implement, direct and evaluate the corporation's fiscal function and performance.

  • Protect company assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls; maximize return on assets.

  • Prepare all supporting information for annual and other audits and liaise with the Board's Audit Committee and the external auditors as necessary.

  • Lead governance administration for the Board Audit Committee and the Investment Committee, including coordinating and tracking committee meetings, agendas, minutes, action items, and member terms to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant governance processes.

  • Participate in the development of the corporation's plans and programs as a strategic partner; advances the interest of the company through being an active member of the University community and industry associations/groups

  • Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies, and regulatory action.

  • Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, and financial trends in order to assist the Board and CEO in performing their responsibilities.

  • Provide leadership and direction to the Financial Services staff engaged in complex financial, clerical, and technical work involved in maintaining the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Asset Management sub-ledgers, Payroll, Internal Audit, and Sales Audit.

  • Ensure the timely preparation, approval, and monitoring of the annual budget for all units; develop realistic annual budgets and goals; includes capital outlay budgets for financial services units. Controls expenses.

  • Manages and directs financial services work, including, but not limited to, keeping financial records, budgeting, and overseeing all audits, for Mission Valley Enterprises (a separate auxiliary of San Diego State University); attends Mission Valley Enterprises Board of Director meetings.

  • Conducts personnel performance appraisals to assess training needs and build career paths.

  • Supports and improves employee relations, service standards, and morale through strong communication, feedback, and teamwork.

  • Conduct reviews of procedure compliance in all organization units; with units ensure development of proper procedures.

  • Develop and maintain working relationships with customers, coworkers, vendors, student organizations, faculty, staff, and university personnel.

  • Has good negotiation skills and maintains ethical standards in accordance with company policy in negotiating with vendors and others; is professional and confident under pressure and demonstrates responsible decision making in stressful or unexpected situations.

  • Must comply with and ensure continued, consistent compliance with all company policies, and federal, state, and local laws/regulations including but not limited to: employment, safety, and health.

  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

The minimum requirement for applicants is a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration; and 10 ten years hands-on related experience and/or training with at least seven years' experience in financial and general management with an emphasis in Controller functions. CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification required. Related experience working in a non-profit and retail environment strongly preferred.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS



LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a professional business level, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively across all levels of the organization.

Requires the ability to interpret and follow complex verbal and written instructions, policies, procedures, guidelines, and objectives. Must be able to prepare high-quality reports, business correspondence, presentations, policies, procedures, and other professional documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to effectively present information, influence outcomes, and respond professionally to questions from employees, managers, executives, vendors, customers, external stakeholders, and the general public.



MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to apply basic math and algebra.



REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.



PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:

Must have the ability to talk/expressing and/or exchanging ideas and hear/perceiving sounds.



PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to operate office equipment such as computers, copy machines, fax machines, and to operate a 10-key calculator. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; handle objects; keypad or papers and books. Employees are occasionally required to stand, walk/move. Must be able to move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 10 pounds. Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision for extensive reading and interpretation of reports and documents.



WORKING CONDITIONS AND HAZARDS

Work is regularly performed in a traditional office setting. There may be exposure to airborne particles created from incoming boxes and merchandise. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act pursuant to https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7285046&targetURL=
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

The minimum requirement for applicants is a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration; and 10 ten years hands-on related experience and/or training with at least seven years' experience in financial and general management with an emphasis in Controller functions. CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification required. Related experience working in a non-profit and retail environment strongly preferred.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS



LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a professional business level, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively across all levels of the organization.

Requires the ability to interpret and follow complex verbal and written instructions, policies, procedures, guidelines, and objectives. Must be able to prepare high-quality reports, business correspondence, presentations, policies, procedures, and other professional documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to effectively present information, influence outcomes, and respond professionally to questions from employees, managers, executives, vendors, customers, external stakeholders, and the general public.



MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to apply basic math and algebra.



REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.



PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:

Must have the ability to talk/expressing and/or exchanging ideas and hear/perceiving sounds.



PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to operate office equipment such as computers, copy machines, fax machines, and to operate a 10-key calculator. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; handle objects; keypad or papers and books. Employees are occasionally required to stand, walk/move. Must be able to move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 10 pounds. Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision for extensive reading and interpretation of reports and documents.



WORKING CONDITIONS AND HAZARDS

Work is regularly performed in a traditional office setting. There may be exposure to airborne particles created from incoming boxes and merchandise. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act pursuant to California Penal Code Section 11166.5.



BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION:

A background check will be conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended by the company and accepted by the applicant and must be satisfactorily completed prior to any applicant beginning work in a full-time, part-time non-student, or sensitive student capacity with Aztec Shops Ltd.

Background checks will include, at minimum, verification of education and employment histories, criminal records, national sex offender registry check, and references. Additionally, based on the nature and scope of the position, the background check may also include a credit report, motor vehicle report, and verification of professional licenses.

Failure to answer background check questions honestly, and satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the employment status of applicants or continued employment of current Aztec Shops employees who apply for promotional positions which require a background check.

Aztec Shops Ltd. complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including California Fair Chance Act, when conducting background checks.

Aztec Shops will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Aztec Shops is concerned about criminal history that is directly related to the job, you will be given notice and an opportunity to respond and provide additional information such as rehabilitation efforts or mitigating circumstances, or information pertaining to the accuracy of the background report. Aztec Shops will consider all evidence of rehabilitation and mitigating circumstances. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.



Aztec Shops is a diverse community representing many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful culture that promotes open communication, mutual respect, and a sense of belonging, to support the success of both our employees and students.

All Aztec Shops programs and activities are open and accessible to all individuals, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin, and other characteristics protected by law. Consistent with California and federal civil rights laws, Aztec Shops maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.

Aztec Shops is dedicated to providing equal opportunity in employment and ensuring that no employee or applicant faces unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, job assignments, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

Our commitment to equal opportunity ensures that every employee has access to the resources and support needed to thrive and succeed. Aztec Shops complies with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

For additional information about the SDSU campus policy please visit Affirming Equal Opportunity.




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