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General Accounting Manager

University of California - San Francisco

$180k-$190k

United States, California, San Francisco

1855 Folsom Street (Show on map)

Jun 06, 2026

Job Function Summary:

Involves accounting functions such as analyzing, monitoring, preparing and reconciling financial information to reflect the condition of the organization and provide financial and other statistical data to control operations. Also may involve preparation of financial reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements. May include activities relating to developing, implementing and monitoring accounting systems, policies and procedures.

Department Overview:

The UCSF Controller's organization delivers full accounting services and related systems for faculty, staff and students, UCSF Foundation, all University departments and any outside entities who have a business relationship with the University. Services provided include General Ledger, Capital and Cash Accounting, Payroll, Student Loan Billing and Collections, Sponsored Research Accounting, and a Customer Service Center. The office uses sophisticated technology to account and report on UCSF financial activity. The candidate should have a firm understanding of accounting systems in a large and complex environment.

The General Accounting unit is a major unit of the Controller's office. The General Accounting unit is responsible for reporting UCSF consolidated financial results including Campus and UCSF Health, to the UC Office of the President. They are responsible for key internal controls, reporting and presenting consolidated financial results to UCSF leadership including analysis and explanation of results and variances to trend and/or plan. Included in this responsibility is also the entire fiscal year-end close process including UCOP financial reporting deadlines and leading the external audit engagement. In addition, this unit participates in the development, implementation, and training for new systems or processes, and provides customer support to the UCSF community who utilize our services and systems, including PeopleSoft General Ledger and interpretation of UC policies, procedures, and acceptable accounting practices.

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
		Provides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established university policies
		Provides direction to accounting staff according to established policies and procedures
		Recommends changes to accounting processes, as appropriate, to increase efficiencies
		Management reviews work to ensure department objectives are being achieved according to standards and timelines
		Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors and functional peer groups
		Regularly participates in interactions to gain cooperation of others, conducts presentations, and exchanges accounting-related information
		Provides supervision and guidance to staff
		Oversees analysis and policy development for issues and processes

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area
7 or more years of experience in an organization comparable to UCSF in terms of size, complexity, and scope of operation
4 or more years' experience in a leadership role in a large diversified and complex finance focused environment, requiring motivating and managing a diverse group of people towards a common goal
Knowledge of large scale integrated ERP financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, Workday, SAP)
Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations and regulatory
compliance requirements
Thorough understanding and familiarity with all of GAAP, GASB, and FASB
Proven ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders
Demonstrated experience with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and related presentations, and detailed variance analysis
Demonstrated experience with improving business processes and accounting policies, to ensure efficient and effective internal controls, data integrity and compliance with internal and
external policies and requirements
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and document financial results trends and variances timely (on an ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis)
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms with executive, senior management, faculty, staff, managers and technical staff
Demonstrated ability to develop solutions that meet the needs of customers with diverse skill sets in a decentralized environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
Ability to work well in a collegial environment
Excellent service orientation skills; strong skills in management and leadership; excellent ability to use critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making skills to creatively solve problems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Government Financial Manager
Certified Public Accountant
Strong knowledge of higher education best practices
Thorough knowledge of the organization's operational, personnel, and financial transactions and systems

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area
7 or more years of experience in an organization comparable to UCSF in terms of size, complexity, and scope of operation
4 or more years' experience in a leadership role in a large diversified and complex finance focused environment, requiring motivating and managing a diverse group of people towards a common goal
Knowledge of large scale integrated ERP financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, Workday, SAP)
Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations and regulatory
compliance requirements
Thorough understanding and familiarity with all of GAAP, GASB, and FASB
Proven ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders
Demonstrated experience with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and related presentations, and detailed variance analysis
Demonstrated experience with improving business processes and accounting policies, to ensure efficient and effective internal controls, data integrity and compliance with internal and
external policies and requirements
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and document financial results trends and variances timely (on an ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis)
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms with executive, senior management, faculty, staff, managers and technical staff
Demonstrated ability to develop solutions that meet the needs of customers with diverse skill sets in a decentralized environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
Ability to work well in a collegial environment
Excellent service orientation skills; strong skills in management and leadership; excellent ability to use critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making skills to creatively solve problems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Government Financial Manager
Certified Public Accountant
Strong knowledge of higher education best practices
Thorough knowledge of the organization's operational, personnel, and financial transactions and systems