Reporting to the Director of Contracts and Financial Initiatives and in close coordination with Unitrans and ASUCD, perform as financial and subject matter expert with an advanced degree of knowledge and with a high degree of independence and autonomy on a day-to-day basis. This person will handle public transit related local, state, and federal grants in various stages, complex pre-award proposals and funding sources, invoicing and reporting, as well as fiscal close, grant fiscal close, and closure of grants. Using advanced concepts, develop budget systems, budget controls, forecasting, and reporting in support of Student Affairs Divisional Resources, Unitrans. Prepare detailed reconciliations, complete expense and fund transfers, and allocate indirect overhead costs as needed. Advise unit Managers and Directors on budgetary trends, annual and monthly income and expense allocations, financial and statistical reporting matters. Develop and provide monthly Profit and Loss statements and/or sources and uses reports for leadership. Participate in administrative policymaking and formulating policy recommendations. Provide technical financial analysis, including budget analysis, projections, and other related duties. Serve as primary finance analyst, compliance officer, and resource manager for area specific operational activity as well as work with Principal Investigators to accomplish project goals and objectives. Develop and direct special projects related to ASUCD Unitrans and public transit activities as assigned and make recommendations to Student Affairs Director of Contracts and Financial Initiatives and areas of leadership based on complex analytics. Track carryforward projects and balances from prior years and monthly spending on new projects ensuring that project budgets do not exceed. Manage contingency funding and overall annual carryforward balances. Finalize project funding as they are completed. Maintain comprehensive budget and reporting software in support of the operational budgets and reconcile against the campus general ledger. Act as subject matter expert for Contracts and Grant Accounting team related to public transit related grants and finances, in areas such as grant budgeting, cost principles, compliance, problem solving, award processing, and effort reporting as well as work with Contract and Grants Accounting (CGA) and Sponsored Programs Office (SPO).

Apply By Date: August 7, 2026

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• 5 years of experience working in Grant accounting, fund accounting, GAAP, Chart of Accounts or relatable experience in accounting.
• Experience coordinating and completing projects requiring interactions with many individuals, working with minimal supervision and taking initiative to follow up on projects.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to independently research develop and recommend solutions to complex financial problems and issues, including skills to read, analyze and interpret technical and financial reports.
• Advanced level knowledge of Excel and Statistical skills to compile, analyze, and present financial data in a clear and concise format
• Skills to implement and maintain effective accounting and budgeting principles and systems, including cost controls, auditing, fund accounting, and cost accounting as well as Knowledge of factors influencing revenue and expense streams for various fund sources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or business management
• Experience working with complex grants with multiple funding sources, including Federal, State, Local, and private funding
• Experience in auditing, handling of complex data as well as interpersonal communication and customer skills to effectively communicate with different levels of leadership including external agencies such as Government Officials and private donors.
• Experience presenting complex financial data, providing strategic solutions, and a high degree of knowledge in the accounting and finance fields.
• Knowledge using excel, word, Outlook and Zoom
• Understanding of new common chart of accounts and Aggie Enterprise system, as well as, UC Path, Aggie Life, Fusion, Freedom Pay, Aggie Service, Aggie Budget, Aggie Travel, Aggie Buy, and GREAT systems, Aggie Enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• 75% - Grant Budgeting & Financial Operational Analysis
• 25% - Business Process Management & Special Projects

Department Overview

The Division of Student Affairs dedicates itself to advancing the University's mission and providing programs, services, and facilities that foster academic success, student development and campus community. Departments within the division ensure opportunities for students to gain experience and develop skills in leadership, teamwork, and social responsibility as they prepare for their future roles in a diverse, dynamic, and global society. The Divisional Resources Finance team manages a $650 million operating budget consisting of revenue, sources, expenses, and uses. The Department of Student Affairs Divisional Resources Finance supports the budget, finance, and business service components of the work of all departments within the Division of Student Affairs.
This position will directly support Unitrans, a unit within ASUCD and Student Affairs that provides public transportation to the University and City of Davis and receives significant federal and state grants.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $77 , 100.00 - $139 , 900.00 /year
• 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): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - CX-Clerical/Admin
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

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 rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ 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 - Never 0 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ 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 - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 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.

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
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

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.

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

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