Department Financial Analyst

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Under the direct supervision of the Department Chair the Department Financial Analyst focuses on financial tracking reporting procurement coordination and administrative support while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The incumbents responsibilities include financial analysis fund accounting expense processing budget analysis conducting reconciliation activities to support the accuracy of financial data for the department and collaborating with faculty staff and student clubs.

• Monitors and reviews budget projections allocations and expenditures for State and University Foundation funds state-side awards and grants student Federal Work Study annual allocation and other budgets/accounts under the Department of Psychology to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Generates monthly financial reports analysis and account reconciliations to account for updated projections and determine appropriate solutions to stay on track with budget allocations and balances.
• Oversees various programs projects and contracts (internal and external) expenses for the department and faculty.
• Processes various transactions including Purchase Requisitions Chargebacks for internal service providers Invoice submissions for vendor payment Information and Communication Technology (ITC) forms P-Card payments service provider payments service recipient payments and maintains supporting documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of fund accounting budgeting practices and financial compliance requirements with the ability to monitor allocations analyze expenditures reconcile accounts and produce accurate financial reports that support effective budget planning and adherence to institutional policies.
• Proficiency in financial processing and recordkeeping including preparing documentation for purchases reimbursements and payroll-related transactions while maintaining detailed financial logs tracking funding sources and ensuring accuracy organization and compliance with established procedures.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and purchasing systems with the ability to coordinate departmental purchases process financial transactions (e.g. purchase orders chargebacks payment requests) and maintain accurate supporting documentation while ensuring compliance with institutional and risk management policies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to track technology needs coordinate software license renewals support inventory processes and effectively engage with campus and external vendors including negotiating services and facilitating purchasing across diverse operational needs.

Pay Benefits & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package including but not limited to: medical dental vision retirement & savings tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: 1038 / Administrative Analyst/Specialist / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $ 4799 $ 5405 per month dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 4799 - $ 6992 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office 1 day remote); however this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through May 11 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process please visit this link: CSU recommends that faculty staff and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2 the virus that causes COVID-19 and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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