UC Riverside is hiring an Accounting Manager to oversee treasury and general accounting operations while leading a team of five in a collaborative, hybrid work environment (2 days onsite / 3 days remote). This is a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in governmental and fund accounting, support the implementation of a new financial system, and contribute to a dynamic university expanding into areas like UCR Health. You'll serve as a key contact for departments across campus—from Financial Aid to the School of Medicine—driving process improvements and supporting UCR’s mission during an exciting time of transformation and leadership renewal.

Another Source’s client, University of California Riverside, is recruiting an Accounting Manager. This is your chance to join the newest member of the Association of American Universities, which is comprised of the country’s leading research universities!  This role offers a hybrid work schedule with the flexibility to work remotely about three days per week.  

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside's campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. 

UC Riverside by the Numbers:  

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud including:   

• Ranked 1st for social mobility four years in a row by the US News & World Report 

• Ranked in the top 15 for best public universities in the nation 

• No. 1 for Hispanic enrollment among selective universities by the Urban Institute 

• No. 2 in the country for financial aid by Business Insider 

• No. 3 in Hispanic STEM graduates in the nation by the National Science Foundation 

• No. 4 for Pell Grant student performance by Washington Monthly 

• No. 9 among public universities for sustainability by Princeton Review 

• And more! See all UCR’s Rankings here: https://www.ucr.edu/about/ranks-and-facts 

Benefits:  

UCR offers a competitive benefits package. To learn more, use the following link:  

https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html 

Department Website: https://bfs.ucr.edu/contacts 

Salary: The anticipated salary for this role is $93,000 - $133,700 annually depending on experience.   

How you will be spending your time: 

As the Accounting Manager, you will lead the Treasury and General Accounting operations within the Accounting Office, driving financial strategies that support key campus initiatives and ensuring compliance with fund accounting standards. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, you will manage cash flow optimization, oversee accounting activities across multiple fund groups, and provide leadership to a team of five accounting professionals. This role is essential in developing financial models, policies, and internal controls that ensure accurate financial reporting and support strategic decision-making at the executive level. 

You will oversee critical functions including capital project funding analysis, tax compliance (UBIT, sales/use tax), audits (NCAA, external), journal entries, reconciliations, and month/year-end closing. This position requires a forward-thinking leader who can navigate complex accounting operations, foster collaboration across campus departments, and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and financial stewardship. 

How you will spend your time: 

• Strategic Treasury Management: Develop financial models and liquidity strategies to optimize cash flow, support capital initiatives, and enhance long-term financial planning. 

• General Accounting Oversight: Manage critical areas like capitalization, depreciation, tax reporting (UBIT, sales/use tax), audits (NCAA, external), journal entries, month/year-end close, and reconciliations. 

• Fund Group Management: Oversee accounting activities for Plant Funds, Loan Funds, General Funds, Auxiliary & Service Funds, University Funds, and Campus Reserves. 

• Team Leadership: Direct and mentor a team of five accounting professionals, ensuring high standards in daily operations, staff development, and timely reporting. 

• Process Improvement: Lead efforts to develop and implement internal control systems and modernize accounting procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance. 

• Campus Collaboration: Act as a campus resource, advising departments on accounting policies, resolving complex issues, and ensuring alignment with UC system-wide standards (GASB). 

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience/training). 

• 8–13 years of progressive accounting experience. 

• Broad knowledge of financial transactions and financial systems, as well as related policy, accounting, and regulatory compliance requirements. 

• Expert level accounting related knowledge and skills; in-depth knowledge of the accounting function. 

• Proven experience developing and implementing internal controls and accounting policies. 

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills. 

• Proficiency in financial systems and desktop/web applications. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field. 

• Experience within the UC system or higher education setting. 

• Prior experience with Oracle Cloud Financials. 

• Previous managerial experience in accounting operations. 

• In-depth knowledge of UC/UCR policies and fund accounting practices. 

 
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 

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