UCCS Business Officer (FINANCIAL ANL 3 CX)

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a Financial Analyst to support UC Center Sacramento with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. The role includes developing unit budgets, recharge rates and SLAs, and providing executive support across campus and system-wide committees.

The position emphasizes strong data analysis, accounting knowledge, and collaboration with management to maintain internal controls and provide actionable financial insights.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent degree and experience.
• Experience in financial analysis with large volumes of complex data.
• Experience advising managers on complex financial and budget analysis tasks.
• Experience using initiative, problem diagnosis, and proactive problem solving skills to develop and apply creative innovative concepts to problem resolution.
• Experience with fund accounting and general accounting principles and techniques to apply to budgeting, rate development, and financial reporting.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) or other automation tools to perform complex spreadsheet analyses, formulate and prepare complex reports, and prepare sophisticated presentations.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact and communicate professionally and collaboratively with management and staff, using diplomacy during all interactions in the performance of a wide variety of programs and support functions.

Responsibilities

• 60% – Strategic Budgeting, Forecasting, Analysis and Reporting
• 30% – Executive and Office Support
• 10% – Administration and Academic Personnel

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

Data analysis

MS Excel

Communication

Education

BA or equivalent degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

Under general guidance of the UC Center Sacramento Director and Associate Director, perform budgetary and financial functions for UC Center Sacramento and represent UC Center Sacramento in meetings and discussions as needed at both the campus (UC Davis) level and at UC system-wide meetings. Ensure appropriate accounting and internal controls are maintained. Prepare and establish budgets, organize resources according to budgetary plans, prepare both routine and ad hoc financial reports using data from the general ledger and departmental or project budgets, and forecast revenue and expenses. Assist in the development of unit budget, fees, rates for recharge service, and other income sources. Coordinate the development and management of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs).

Apply By Date: November 25, 2026

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent degree and experience.
• Experience in financial analysis with large volumes of complex data. Experience conducting research and preparing break-even analyses, variance analyses, and feasibility studies.
• Experience advising managers on complex financial and budget analysis tasks.
• Experience using initiative, problem diagnosis, and proactive problem solving skills to develop and apply creative innovative concepts to problem resolution.
• Experience with fund accounting and general accounting principles and techniques to apply to budgeting, rate development, and financial reporting. Experience monitoring and managing a complex budget using an automated accounting system.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) or other automation tools to perform complex spreadsheet analyses, formulate and prepare complex reports, and prepare sophisticated presentations.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact and communicate professionally and collaboratively with management and staff, using diplomacy during all interactions in the performance of a wide variety of programs and support functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical data collection techniques and quantitative analysis.
• Experience making presentations to groups, facilitating group discussions, and achieving consensus from disparate perspectives.
• Knowledge of public sector business practices, entrepreneurial operations, and fund management. Familiarity with issues related to state government and policy.
• Knowledge of University of California and University of California, Davis, policies and procedures pertaining to financial administration, payroll, personnel, and other business-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% – Strategic Budgeting, Forecasting, Analysis and Reporting
• 30% – Executive and Office Support
• 10% – Administration and Academic Personnel

Department Overview

UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) is a UC system-wide experiential learning program and serves undergraduate students and graduate students throughout the academic year and summer. The Center also actively engages in evidence-based policy making through its research collaborations and policy dissemination program. UCCS advances the University's mission of teaching, research, and public service with an integrated program to train future state leaders and to address challenging public policy issues confronted by the state and the nation. The Center provides an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of California's public policy challenges and processes. The program functions as a Sacramento campus by offering on-site courses, manages its own master leased housing in Sacramento, provides direct student services in Sacramento, and enters into research collaborations across all UC campuses.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $77,100.00 - $139,900.00/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 3 CX
• UC Job Code: 005183
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - CX-Clerical/Admin
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Never 0 Hours
• Loud noise levels – Never 0 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature – Never 0 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation – Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures – Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – Never 0 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

This position is located in Sacramento (downtown). Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime evenings and weekends to meet business needs and critical deadlines. May require restricted vacation schedule May through July.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• The duties or functions of this position include the handling of cash (or cash equivalents)

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks