DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

About the role

The Union Well, Inc. is an auxiliary of Sacramento State and a California 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation. The corporation consists of the facility operations and programs of two buildings: The WELL (Recreation & Wellness Center) and The University Union. The WELL, totaling approximately 180,000 square feet, houses five fitness studios, a cardio suite, two fitness floors, a multi-activity court, three basketball courts, a rock-climbing wall, three racquetball courts, an indoor running track, locker rooms, an outdoor garden and meeting facilities. The WELL is also home to Student Health, Counseling and Wellness Services. The University Union facility, totaling approximately 220,000 square feet, currently houses food service operations, retail operations, multiple meeting and conference spaces, Associated Students, Inc., Student Organizations and Leadership offices, Women’s Resource Center, PRIDE Center, Pop-Up Shop, 20o2 at the UU, KSSU Student Radio, Public Information Desk, The Nexus Gaming Center, Relaxation Station, computer and printer workstations throughout the building, a University Police Service Center, and various open lounge spaces. The facilities provide services to over 31,000 students, as well as faculty and staff on campus. Visit the Union WELL, Inc. website to learn more at https://unionwellinc.org/ The Director of Financial Services (DFS) will be a strategic team member who oversees the accounting, budgeting, auditing, risk management, and treasury functions for the University Union and The WELL. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and serving as a key member of the Executive Management Team, the DFS leads all financial operations to ensure strict adherence to GAAP, University, and Chancellor’s Office standards. This role is responsible for maintaining robust internal controls, safeguarding the organization’s fiscal health, and driving creative solutions to complex financial challenges.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily accounting, treasury functions, banking relationships, and the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, tax reports, and audits in compliance with GAAP, FASB, GASB, and university standards.
• Directs overall budget development and oversight, monitors departmental financial performance, administers cash flow, and assists the Executive Director on long-range operational, capital, and expansion planning.
• Leads the Budget & Finance and Audit Committees, presenting financial analysis, budget proposals, and audit reports. Advises on fiscal policy and risk management.
• Ensures internal controls, oversees property and equipment inventories, reviews major contracts and business development opportunities, and ensures adherence to external regulatory requirements.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates Financial Services staff and student