Overview

• This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after April 29, 2024.
• The salary range for this position is $5,546.67 - $7,865.68 depending upon qualifications and internal equities and is non-negotiable. 
• This position works a hybrid, in-office/remote schedule and the incumbent must live a commutable distance from San Diego State University. 

TITLE: Financial Analyst

DEPT/PROJECT NAME: SDSURF – Finance & Accounting

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.

WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES

Our Finance department provides full range of finance, budget and accounting services. Having skilled financial leaders, technology-based systems and processes allows the department to excel at our finance work, which supports the SDSU research mission and overall strategic growth plans.

Responsibilities

YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE

Join our growing, innovative, and adaptive team under general direction of the Associate Director of Budget & Finance. We believe in working hard and having fun doing it! Our talented team embraces creativity and solution development. As the Financial Analyst, you will have the opportunity to use your analytics skills to product various financial reports which will provide key insights that drive strategic planning and initiatives. This position will be on the forefront of innovation, collaboration, and development to assist with enhancing our department goals. Put your interpersonal skills to work while building partnerships and maintain healthy relationships with all SDSURRF stakeholders.

THE WORK YOU WILL DO AND MANAGE

As the Financial Analyst you will get to interface with senior executives, auxiliaries, university personnel and a variety of internal/external stakeholders. You will have a multitude of complex tasks and tight deadlines so staying organized, detail oriented, flexible, proactive, resourceful will ensure your success!

Some key complex tasks will lean on your financial reporting knowledge, analytical, and excel skills. Most of your time will be spent on financial reporting and data business models. As a skilled team member, you will participate in preparation of detailed analysis, complex reconciliations, and 990-tax preparation. You will get to collaborate with the Associate Director of Finance and Investments with preparation of schedules, reconciliation, and investment reporting. This position also participates in planning, communication, and coordination of financial and operational activities in which key knowledge is contributed to obtain overall objectives.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field, or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Five years of professional level accounting experience.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to create complex ad hoc reporting
• Familiarity with fund accounting including GASB
• Experience working in a university and/or non-profit environment
• Continuous improvement mindset and experience in implementing changes to streamline work

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and disability insurance plans
• Generous employer contributed 403b retirement plan. We match 200% on the first 5% of contributions, up to 10% maximum employer matching contribution. All contributions are 100% vested
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Hybrid in-office/telework arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to campus amenities including; Love Library, Aztec Lanes bowling alley, SDSU transit center, and a variety of coffee shops and eateries.
• Discounted Aztec Recreation Center gym membership and SDSU events
• Wellness workshops

HOW TO APPLY AND TIPS FOR MAKING IT THROUGH OUR HIRING PROCESS

You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page. Make sure your application is complete. Including a resume and cover letter is recommended. Respond to supplemental questions thoroughly.

WHAT OUR HIRING PROCESS IS LIKE

We work expediently to fill our positions. The process may take several weeks for all the parties involved to review your application. We keep in touch each step of the way and inform you of the status of your application.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

• The salary range for this position is $5,546.67 - $7,865.68 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable. 
• Must live in a commutable distance from SDSU.
• Background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation.
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer.
• This position is open until filled.