Chief Financial Officer

Associated Students Inc., CSUF provides student development opportunities through leadership, volunteer, and employment experiences. In addition, the Associated Students provides campus community members with important social, cultural, and recreational opportunities, as well as, a wide range of programs and services.Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Classification:Where purpose meets possibility, and every dollar supports the student experienceAt ASI, finance isn't just about numbers. It's about impact.Every budget decision, every contract, every policy ultimately supports students. That might mean funding programs, maintaining spaces like the Titan Student Union and Student Recreation Center, or ensuring the long-term sustainability of services students rely on every day.This role sits at the center of it all.You'll work with executive leadership, department directors, and student leaders to make sure ASI's resources are used strategically, responsibly, and in ways that directly benefit the campus community.Explore our Full-Time BenefitsThe roleThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as ASI's principal financial and administrative leader, overseeing finance, accounting, operations, IT, audit, and facilities planning.You will guide the financial strategy of a complex, multi-entity organization while ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly and align with ASI's mission.You will also serve as a key partner to the Executive Director and Board of Directors, helping translate financial data into informed decisions.What you'll actually doLead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash managementOversee accounting, payroll, audits, and compliance with CSU, state, and federal requirementsDevelop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and operational proceduresReview and approve contracts, financial agreements, and major expendituresPresent financial reports and recommendations to the Board of Directors and Finance CommitteePartner with department leaders to assess budgets, evaluate program costs, and guide resource allocationSupport capital planning, facility development, and long-term financial sustainabilityOversee IT systems, internal audit functions, and building engineering operationsManage relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and external partnersSupervise senior leaders across accounting, IT, audit, and facilitiesWhat this looks like in practiceA department is planning a new program or service. You review budget impact, funding sources, and long-term sustainabilityThe Board is evaluating a major initiative. You present financial projections and risk considerationsIt is budget season. You lead the development of ASI's annual budget across all departmentsAn audit is underway. You coordinate across teams to ensure compliance and accuracyA contract comes forward. You review financial terms and advise on risk and feasibilityMinimum qualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, or related field10+ years of progressively responsible financial and operational experience in a nonprofit setting7+ years of supervisory or management experienceStrong background in financial planning, reporting, and organizational operationsPreferredMaster's degree in a related fieldCPAExperience in higher education or auxiliary organizationsWho this role is forYou can translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insightYou are comfortable working across operations, not just financeYou understand that financial decisions in this environment directly impact studentsYou can partner effectively with both executive leadership and student governanceWhy ASIThis is more than a CFO role. It is an opportunity to shape how resources support student success across an entire organization, making an impact on the campus community at large.