Job Vacancy AnnouncementPosition Information
Functional Title Executive Director, Accounting and Treasury
Position Type Administrative/Professional
Appointment Type Regular
FTE % 100%
Work Schedule (if atypical)Job Description Summary Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Finance, while working closely with the CFO. This position is responsible for the accounting function and reporting for the institution. In
addition, this position also executes the functions of cash and financial forecasting, operating cash investments, liquidity, cash inflows and outflows, banking and financial institution relationships, and financial risk management related to the University's financial activities
Minimum Qualifications - Strong understanding of all aspects of Non-profit Accounting through Financial Statement preparation.
- Knowledge of General Ledger software
- Experience in preparation of data for the Federal form 990
- Ability to exercise a high degree of accurate and independent judgement, tact, and discretion.
- Strong analytical skills in evaluating situations and making decisions.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service and the ability to work with a broad constituency and develop effective working relations with University administrators, faculty, staff, students, and Trustees.
- Working knowledge of pooled endowments, including unitization, spending policies, asset
allocations, funding transfers, and endowment financial reporting requirements. - Supervisory experience required
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Excellent verbal and written communication skill
Preferred Qualifications - Higher Education experience
- Knowledge of financial and treasury principles expected
- Advanced skill and knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel, and adept at using macos, V-lookup, creating charts and graph
Benefits Summary Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation
Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University's 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Location La Verne Main Campus
Number of Vacancies 1
Physical Demands Summary 1. The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Clear verbal and written communication is essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with colleagues, clients, or external partners.
2. The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may involves meeting deadlines or managing multiple priorities, which can require sustained focus and mental stamina.
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration 20lbs
Describe work environment This position is based in a standard office environment and primarily involves sedentary work. Employees are expected to spend extended periods of time working at a desk, using a computer, and engaging in routine office tasks such as emailing and phones.
Duties
Specific Duties Management of accounting function in the general ledger, and related sub ledgers. Monthly close process, including monthly checklist of reconciliations, standard journal entries, monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, quarterly review of capital assets, and GL balances in all funds.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Monthly financial statement preparation and analysis for including but not limited to the Board of Trustees, Senior Management, Creditors, Rating Agencies.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Preparation of annual audit workpapers
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Management of the annual audit and work with outside auditors
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Work with University tax accountants to prepare the University's annual 990 and 590 tax reports
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Oversight of the following portfolios: endowment ($161M), operating cash ($100M), annuities and trusts ($2.8M), and student loan funds ($3M). Ensure that the University complies with the Investment Policy, Operating Cash Policy, and other financial polices and procedures as it pertains to investments. Develop strategies to maximize efficiencies, yields, safeguard assets and cost control.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Overview and maintenance of all bank and investment accounts and the relationship with the various financial institutions, and investment managers. Administer Wells Fargo Bank CEO Portal, which requires set-up of all employee and student users, who require banking information, reports, or PCard access (approx. 150 users), program access, limits, and general University settings.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Advise Management on the liquidity aspects of long and short-term financial planning. Monitor bank fees, and identify opportunities for savings.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Manage and execute functions related to cash liquidity, bank, trustee, brokerage management, investment management. Work with University's endowment management consultants in administering investments decisions approved by the Board Investment Committee. Develop financial models for investments, cash flow projections (sources and uses of cash), and other financial/treasury-related reports as needed for financial decisions and positions. Forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investments. Ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment cash liquidity needs. Manage all banking access.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Oversee the completion of various annual financial reports and surveys
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Assist in financial internal control development, implementation, and assessment.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Work with and train operational units with Federal and State legislative compliance.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Manage direct reports of all staff accountants
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Additional tasks as assigned by the Associate Vice President of Finance and HR, and the CFO.
Percentage Of TimeSpecific Duties Attend, participate, and present in the Audit and Investment Committees of the Board of Trustees
Percentage Of TimeSalary Range
Minimum: $124,347.83
Maximum: $137,437.43
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2024-251207SA
Special Instructions to Applicants The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Open Date 10/21/2026
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
