Hybrid Financial & Events Manager (Higher Education)

UC Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Santa Barbara is seeking a Financial Services and Events Manager within the Phelps Administrative Support Center (PASC) to oversee financial management and event operations for several departments and centers. The role supports the departments of French & Italian, Germanic & Slavic Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, and related programs and centers.

The position manages a budget over $12 million, ensures monthly reconciliation of ledgers, and provides timely financial reporting to the Director.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience working with financial management and fund accounting.
• 4-6 years of experience managing the production of accurate and timely financial reports.
• Leadership experience to guide, coach, and mentor staff.
• Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies, and procedures.
• Strong proficiency in spreadsheet and database software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounts within PASC and ensure monthly review and reconciliation of ledgers.
• Provide timely financial reporting to the Director and ensure compliance with accounting policies.
• Manage funds including state operating funds, gifts, endowments, fellowships and grants.
• Supervise three staff and serve as back-up as needed.
• Adhere to best practices for event management, travel, procurement, payroll and accounts payable.

Skills

Financial management

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

UC Santa Barbara is seeking a Financial Services and Events Manager within the Phelps Administrative Support Center (PASC) to oversee financial management and event operations for several departments and centers. The role supports the departments of French & Italian, Germanic & Slavic Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, and related programs and centers.

The position manages a budget over $12 million, ensures monthly reconciliation of ledgers, and provides timely financial reporting to the Director.