Financial Analyst - 2 Positions Available

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition fee waiver

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach seeks a Financial Analyst to support the College's financial operations and serve as the primary customer service representative for financial matters. The role partners with the Dean's Office and Lead Financial Analyst to oversee funds for departments and centers.

The position emphasizes analytical work, policy compliance, and cross‑department collaboration in a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; PeopleSoft experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expenditure processing, tracking, and purchasing.
• Financial administration for CHHS centers, clinics, enterprise activities, and community programs.
• Scholarship support and analysis.
• Administration, communications, and customer service.
• Financial reporting and review.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget administration

Expenditure management

Procurement/purchasing

Financial reporting

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Job description

Financial Analyst - 2 Positions Available

Job No: 561788

Work Type: Staff

Location: Southern California: Long Beach

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Full Time

Join the vibrant community at California State University, LongBeach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern Californialifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSUsystem-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for itscommitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academicand research initiatives.

As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamicenvironment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastalrelaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenientaccess to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal placeto grow your career while enjoying everything Southern Californiahas to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore careeropportunities that advance student success and strengthenCalifornia's future-offering competitive compensation,comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Services Manager, this position provides administrative support for the College and serves as the primary customer service representative between the Dean's Office and the College's departments on financial matters. Along with the Lead Financial Analyst, providessupport to the ASM in oversight of college funds for departmentsand centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Expenditure processing, tracking, and purchasing
• Financial administration for CHHS centers, clinics, enterpriseactivities, and community programs
• Scholarship support and analysis
• Administration, communications, and customer service
• Financial reporting and review

Department

CHHS Administration

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Administrative Analyst/Specialist Non-Exempt

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $4,799 (Step 1) - $5,736 (Step 10) per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,799 (Step 1) - $6,992 (Step 20) per month.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This position is a highly analytical and service-oriented financial professional with extensive experience in expenditure management, budget administration, financial analysis, and policy compliance within a complex higher education environment. They demonstrate expertise in reconciling and monitoring multiple funding sources, researching and resolving fiscal discrepancies, overseeing purchasing and procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with CSU, university, and college policies. Serving as a trusted resource and subject matter expert, they provide guidance and training to administrative staff, faculty, and department leadership on financial procedures, expenditure processing, travel, procurement cards, purchasing, hospitality, scholarships, and other fiscal transactions. The ideal candidate is skilled at independently reviewing and approving financial transactions, identifying systemic issues, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining effective records management and document retention practices.

In addition to strong operational expertise, the ideal candidate possesses the ability to perform complex financial analyses, including multi-year trend evaluations, budget forecasting, expenditure projections, fund performance reviews, and scholarship allocation assessments to support strategic decision-making across departments, centers, clinics, and community programs. The candidate effectively builds collaborative relationships with campus partners and stakeholders, serves as a liaison to university financial offices, and provides clear interpretations of financial policies and regulatory requirements. With exceptional organizational and communication skills, they contribute to process improvement initiatives, assist in the development and implementation of policies and training materials, manage financial reporting systems and SharePoint resources, oversee student assistants, and ensure the timely completion of transactions and financial activities that support the college's operational and strategic goals.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence".

Education and Experience

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience required.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
• PeopleSoft experience and skills preferred.

Physical Summary

Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).

Additional Information

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check within the past 12 months.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Non-Discrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Application Closes: 17 September 2026