ACCOUNTING and REPORTING POLICY ANALYST

University of California; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Office of the President (UCOP) is seeking a Project Policy Analyst 4 RP to lead and coordinate the policy portfolio for the Controller's Office. The role focuses on policy development, implementation, and governance across systemwide financial functions.

Hybrid work is approved with on-site presence in Oakland, CA. Leading policy analyses and stakeholder engagement, you will ensure policies stay current with regulations and university objectives, while guiding

Qualifications

• Min 8 years in legislative or policy analysis, preferably in a higher education setting; and / or equivalent experience/training.

Responsibilities

• Serves as lead policy analyst and coordinator for the UC Controller's office policy portfolio.
• Manages full lifecycle of department-owned policies, ensuring compliance with policy governance requirements.
• Provides expert consultation and project management for policy creation, revision, review, implementation, communication, and retirement activities.
• Researches, analyzes, and develops policy recommendations in response to regulatory, operational, financial, and organizational changes.
• Collaborates with policy sponsors, subject matter experts, executive leadership, campus and health system stakeholders to keep policies current and aligned.

Skills

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

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Position Base

Oakland

Location

UCOP - Franklin Building

Department Overview

UC Controller provides strategic leadership and support of systemwide financial functions including accounting and financial reporting, tax services, costing policy and analysis, financial systems and payroll compliance, and operational excellence. We deliver efficient and effective financial services, provide best practices and guidance to our campus and medical center communities, develop and administer systemwide policies and procedures, and ensure the University’s financial systems are compliant with all University, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.

Position Summary

Under general direction, serves as the lead policy analyst and coordinator for the UC Controller's office policy portfolio. Manages the full lifecycle of department-owned policies, ensuring compliance with University of California policy governance requirements and established policy development standards. Provides expert consultation and project management for policy creation, revision, review, implementation, communication, and retirement activities. Researches, analyzes, and develops policy recommendations in response to regulatory, operational, financial, and organizational changes affecting the UC Controller's office and the broader UC system. Collaborates with policy sponsors, subject matter experts, executive leadership, campus and health system stakeholders, and the UC Office of the President Policy Coordination Office to ensure policies remain current, effective, and aligned with University objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• 35% Policy Portfolio Management Serves as the primary administrator for the UC Controller's office full policy portfolio, including Presidential Policies. Manages the full policy lifecycle, including development, revision, scheduled review, approval, implementation, and retirement. Maintains the policy inventory, review calendar, project plans, documentation, and governance records. Ensures compliance with the UC Presidential Policy Owner Guidebook and established policy governance requirements.
• 30% Policy Analysis, Development & Governance Conducts policy analyses, drafts and edits complex policies and guidance documents, develops recommendations for leadership, evaluates policy effectiveness, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement.
• 20% Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Coordination Leads collaboration with policy sponsors, executive leadership, subject matter experts, UCOP partners, and UC locations throughout the policy development and review process. Facilitates stakeholder consultations, comment resolution, approval workflows, and cross-functional working groups. Provides expert consultation on policy interpretation and governance requirements.
• 10% Policy Implementation, Communication & Training Develops and executes implementation strategies for new and revised policies. Creates communication plans, implementation guidance, FAQs, training materials, presentations, and other resources to promote consistent understanding and adoption of policies across the University. Monitors implementation progress and supports organizational change management efforts.
• 5% Strategic Initiatives & Continuous Improvement Leads or participates in special projects related to governance, compliance, financial operations, and organizational effectiveness. Develops metrics and reporting on policy portfolio health, recommends process improvements, and supports strategic initiatives that strengthen policy governance across the Controller's Office.

Experience

• Min 8 years in legislative or policy analysis, preferably in a higher education setting; and / or equivalent experience/training.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in political science, government, public policy, business/management, education, social science, or in related areas.

Travel Requirements

5% Potential to travel to campuses

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Thisposition has been approved for a hybrid work arrangement. The person hired must report to work on-site at UC’s Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, subject to change. The person hired will be required to reside in theState of California.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Job Title

Project Policy Analyst 4 RP

Job Code

005258

Salary Grade

STEPS

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for UAW - Research and Public Service Professionals (RPSP) bargaining unit.

Payscale

$120,000 - $140,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit : Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The first review date for this job is October 27, 2026. The position will be open until filled.

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