Job Summary

The Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) leads financial planning, analysis, and modeling for key university-wide programs, including tuition and student fees, capital planning, and debt management in Budget and Financial Management. This position provides strategic financial insight to support data-driven decision-making, long-term resource planning, and institutional transparency.

The Manager partners with campus leadership, financial officers, auxiliary organizations, and the CSU Chancellor’s Office to develop financial models, guide planning and policy decisions, and ensure compliance with systemwide requirements. The Manager also advances the university’s financial systems and analytical capabilities by leading high-impact initiatives, including the implementation of campus-wide budgeting tools, the development of data visualization solutions, and the continuous improvement of financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees financial planning, budgeting, and compliance for capital and deferred maintenance programs across the university and its auxiliary organizations
• Develops and implements financial frameworks, policies, and guidelines for capital resource planning and management
• Manages capital budgets, reserves, and funding allocations across multiple funding sources, including General Fund, Systemwide Revenue Bonds, and Commercial Paper
• Provides financial analysis and recommendations related to project funding, cash flow planning, and resource optimization
• Monitors financial performance of capital programs and evaluates availability of funds for current and future projects
• Ensures compliance with CSU policies, legal accounting requirements, and tax-exempt financing regulations
• Prepares and delivers financial reports for institutional leadership, budget documents, and systemwide submissions
• Serves as a financial advisor and liaison to campus leadership, committees, and external stakeholders on capital-related matters
• Leads financial modeling, analysis, and reporting for tuition and student fee programs to support enrollment planning, policy development, and institutional decision-making
• Develops and maintains financial projection models for tuition and fee revenue based on enrollment trends, policy changes, and economic factors
• Provides financial analysis and recommendations to campus committees, including Strategic Enrollment Management and Campus Fee Advisory Committee
• Identifies trends, risks, and opportunities impacting tuition and fee revenue and communicates implications to leadership
• Enhances data accessibility and reporting processes, including digitization and organization of historical financial records
• Ensures accurate and timely reporting to campus stakeholders and the CSU Chancellor’s Office
• Responds to internal and external information requests, including public records requests, related to tuition and fees
• Leads high-impact initiatives to strengthen financial planning processes, improve data transparency, and enhance decision support capabilities across the institution
• Leads financial modeling and planning for systemwide revenue bond programs to support long-term capital strategy and debt capacity management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and analytical methodologies
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in complex and ambiguous situations
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational units
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional initiatives
• Proficiency in financial systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms (e.g., ERP systems, data warehouses, visualization tools such as Tableau)
• Advanced proficiency in analyzing large datasets and developing models to support decision-making
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, data science or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning, financial management, or data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced studies or training in business, financial management, data science, or a related field
• Experience in higher education or complex organizational finance environments
• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and financial modeling
• Experience developing dashboards and data visualizations (e.g., Tableau or similar tools)

Compensation

Classification: Administrator I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $9,000/month - $9,500/month
CSU Salary Range: $4,135/month - $12,288/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: May 3, 2026 through May 19, 2026. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

CSU Vaccination Policy

The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu.

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: 

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.

Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.