Associate Vice President, Financial & Support Services

Careers at Stanislaus State Associate Vice President, Financial & Support Services

• Job no: 547922
• Department: Financial Services
• Work type: Management (MPP)
• Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
• Categories: MPP, At-Will, Finance/Accounting, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Full‑time position available on or after July 7, 2025 in Financial and Support Services. The Associate Vice President (AVP) is responsible for the delivery of financial services to support the University and its four auxiliaries. Financial services provided to the University and its auxiliary entities includes general accounting by CSU fund, accounting for research and sponsored projects, financial reporting, cashiering, banking, cash management and investments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, property inventory and asset management, audit review and response, student loans and accounts, procurement and contracts, campus mail services, shipping and receiving, a self‑support print shop, and oversight of the contracts for the campus dining services and bookstore.

Additionally, the AVP leads the Commercial Services Operation, which includes on and off‑campus events and the day‑to‑day management of Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) Corporation. ABS oversees campus dining services, bookstore, warrior card, and vended operations. The AVP has administrative responsibility over Financial and Support Services personnel and operations.

Ensure the University complies with CSU executive orders on financial management, including grant administration, reporting, and financial record‑keeping. Identify and resolve issues, develop solutions, and implement them. Maintain accurate financial records and reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with CSU policies, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Oversee financial operations, including procurement, asset management, and mail services, while improving efficiency and leveraging technology.

Manage the Financial Services budget, set annual goals, and provide leadership to staff. Work with the Vice President for Business & Finance on contracts and proposals. Lead Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) operations, ensuring compliance with CSU and state requirements. Develop and implement ABS policies, manage budgets, and monitor commercial operations to ensure self‑supporting and cost‑effective services. Serve as the main liaison between ABS contractors and University constituents, ensuring alignment with the University's mission.

Monitor financial health across auxiliaries and self‑support operations, resolving issues and presenting recommendations to the Vice President. Act as a liaison to ensure compliance with regulations and sound business practices. Serve on committees, review documents, and handle delegated responsibilities in the absence of the Vice President. Other duties as assigned.

Education: A baccalaureate or master’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration or related field is required.

Experience: At least 8 years of successful experience in managing a university's or public entity's financial and accounting operations.

• CPA certification.
• Business and financial management experience at a public university.
• Experience successfully managing the financial operations of a public university such as one of the California State University campuses, or the CSU Chancellor's Office.
• Experience in an environment utilizing a customer‑oriented and service‑centered attitude.
• Applicable experience with the University of California or California State University systems.

Experience must demonstrate success in appropriately applying the principles and practices of ethical financial management, fund accounting, operational administration, and personnel management for unionized and non‑unionized employees. As a key fiscal manager and leader of the administrative staff, the AVPFSS must possess and project the utmost integrity and highest standards of professional conduct,…