University Fiscal Analyst

Job no: 562904
Work type: Staff
Location: Dominguez Hills
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time

Working Title: University Housing Fiscal Analyst (Emergency Hire)

Department Name: University Housing

Classification

Title:

Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt I

Classification Salary Range: $5,274 - $7,684 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $5,274 (step
1) - $5,380 (step
2) per month.

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin October 12, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.

University Housing provides a safe, inclusive living experience for CSUDH students that promotes independence, maximizes their educational experience, and facilitates their personal development.

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director for University Housing, the University Housing Fiscal Analyst provides professional financial, analytical, and limited administrative support in the management of University Housing. The position supports the department’s fiscal and business objectives through budget administration, financial analysis, reporting, forecasting support, occupancy and revenue analysis, and the preparation of reports and recommendations that support management decision making.

The incumbent monitors financial performance, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial and occupancy data, coordinates information across functional and collaborates with Housing leadership and campus partners to promote sound fiscal management, effective planning, and continuous business process improvement.

• Monitor University Housing budgets by tracking actual revenues and expenses against approved budget allocations.
• Monitor University Housing budgets by tracking actual revenues and expenses against approved budget allocations.
• Perform regular variance analysis to identify and clearly communicate differences between projected and actual financial performance and recommend appropriate follow-up.
• Identify and communicate budgetary trends, operational risks, and areas of concern, including over‑expenditures or underutilized funds, to support timely management decision‑making.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and analyses for the Executive Director and leadership team to support operational and fiscal decision making.
• Ensure integrity and reliability of financial data through routine audits, reconciliation, and validation processes.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, higher education administration, public administration, or a related field

Experience:

Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible work experience involving finance and/or accounting systems.

• Working knowledge of:
  • Budget administration, financial analysis, fiscal management principles, and operational analysis techniques.
  • Standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques applicable to financial and administrative analysis.
  • Applicable university policies, procedures, administrative systems, and financial regulations related to budget administration and financial reporting.
  • Microsoft Excel and other business software applications used for financial analysis, reporting, data management, and record keeping.
  • Research methods and analytical techniques used to collect, evaluate, interpret, and present financial and operational information.
• Ability to:
  • Analyze financial, occupancy, and operational data to identify trends, discrepancies, and business impacts, and develop…