Business Manager

The Business Manager oversees all accounting and financial operations for the CSU Health Network and the Recreation Center managing annual operating budgets of approximately $37 million. This role provides strategic leadership for integrated financial sustainability accountability and innovation across the organization. This position partners closely with university fiscal offices and serves as a key advisor to the Executive Directors on financial planning and resource allocation. It ensures the organization maintains financial integrity meets regulatory requirements and aligns resources with operational priorities.

• Lead and direct all budgeting processes including formulation allocation monitoring forecasting and multi-year planning for a $37M organizational budgets.

• Leads and mentors accounting staff to foster a culture of accountability accuracy and continuous improvement. Directly manage and supervise professional staff including hiring performance management coaching and development.

• Oversee appropriated funds cash funds contracts and grants to ensure compliance with local federal and state regulations Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable healthcare financial standards.

• Develop and monitor revenue and expense projections conduct detailed financial analyses to guide organizational decision-making for financial sustainability.

• Establish and implement consistent financial reports and statements that succinctly and comprehensively convey information on assets and liabilities to guide organizational decision-making. These financial analyses and reports include integration of (a) Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) plan design pricing and billing operations and (b) third-party contract agreements pricing and billing operations that have impact on operating budgets.

• Serve as primary liaison for procurement contracting and purchasing ensuring adherence to compliance standards and efficient operational processes.

• Ensures the development and monitoring of internal financial controls and works with internal audit as needed.

• Develop and implement operational financial plans and ensure achievement of overall functional results aligned with organizational priorities.

• Other related duties as assigned.

• Pre-employment Background Check

• Listany special conditions associated withtherole such as travel requirements irregular hours weekends or holidays or required licensure or certifications:May require occasional extended hours during annual budget submission cycle and fiscal close.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field from an accredited university.

• 8 years previous experience managing employees.

• Proficiency with financial analytics software (e.g. Tableau Power BI Excel) and electronic health systems including billing functions.

• 5 years of progressive financial leadership experience in an outpatient healthcare or hospital setting to include revenue cycle management and supervisory experience and market knowledge of outpatient services billing and operations.

• Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement methodologies including Medicare Medicaid and commercial payers.

• Excellent leadership analytical strategic thinking and communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative team-oriented leadership style.

• Ability to work under pressure solve problems and negotiate. Demonstrated success in cost reduction operational efficiency or revenue enhancement initiatives. Ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences including clinical leaders and board members.

• Masters degree in Accounting Business Administration or Healthcare Administration from an accredited university.

• Involvement with managed care contract negotiation and payer relations.

• Familiarity with recreation center financial operations healthcare financial systems and electronic medical record (EMR) platforms is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of healthcare grants and alternative payment models (APMs).

• Experience working in a university healthcare environment.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Serena Henson at

Complete applications must include:

• Cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties

• Resume

The job posting is open until filled. For full consideration complete applications must be received by 12:00 AM on Wednesday July 22 2026.

To apply please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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