Accounting Manager Job at Inside Higher Ed in Riverside

About the Role We are collaborating with Another Source, an external recruitment agency, to manage the initial stages of our hiring process. Please connect with them directly using this link prior to completing the application: https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/102146/accounting-manager---uc-riverside/job. Under the minimal direction of the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the overall management of Treasury and General Accounting in UCR's Accounting Office. This role includes developing financial models, strategies, and recommendations to inform executive‑level decision making and support campus‑wide integrated strategic planning processes to maximize income on cash balances and long‑term working capital. The manager also determines the feasibility of funding capital projects and initiatives that are consistent with liquidity, cash flow, and risk budget requirements. Responsibilities Overall management of Treasury and General Accounting. Develop financial models, strategies, and recommendations for executive decision making and campus‑wide integrated strategic planning. Determine feasibility of funding capital projects and initiatives in line with liquidity, cash flow, and risk budget requirements. Oversee general accounting functions: capitalization, depreciation, unrelated business income tax reporting, sales/use tax reporting/audits, NCAA audit, journal generation, month‑end and fiscal‑year‑end closing, non‑payroll cost transfers, inter‑campus transfers, and campus recharges. Provide direction to five staff positions performing high‑level accounting activities. Develop office and campus‑wide policies and procedures, including internal control systems and complex accounting solutions applying NACUBO and GASB fund‑accounting principles. Interact extensively with the campus community and external auditors. Participate in the Accounting Office management team in planning future activities and incorporating latest technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications Relevant education, licensure, and certifications (e.g., CPA) – not specified but required. Extensive experience in treasury management and general accounting. Experience leading accounting staff and managing complex accounting functions. Knowledge of NACUBO and GASB fund‑accounting principles. Proficiency in developing financial models and strategic recommendations for executive level decision making. Salary Full salary range: $93,200–$174,200 annually. Expected pay scale up to $133,700 annually. Employment Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Additional Information Applicants must have current work authorization (UCR does not sponsor employment visas). Employees must comply with all applicable University policies and collective bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr