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Manager, Financial Services Center
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
04/16/2026
Classification Title
Fiscal Services
Rank
N - No Rank
Working Title
Manager, Financial Services Center
Department
640320 - UFS Campus Accounting Svcs
Position Number
D94302
Representation
UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable
Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE
1
Tenure Status
F - Fixed Term
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
University Financial Services (UFS), also known as the Controller Department, supports the university’s mission of instruction and support by providing efficient and effective accounting and finance services and support for PSU faculty, staff, and students. These services are provided by three departments comprising Financial Reporting, Campus Accounting Services, and Project Accounting. The Controller’s office also provides technical support in Banner Finance and training. The UFS team is dedicated to providing exemplary service to the campus through collaboration, partnership and teamwork.
More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
University Financial Services (UFS), also known as the Controller Department, supports the university’s mission of instruction and support by providing efficient and effective accounting and finance services and support for PSU faculty, staff, and students. These services are provided by three departments comprising Financial Reporting, Campus Accounting Services, and Project Accounting. The Controller’s office also provides technical support in Banner Finance and training. The UFS team is dedicated to providing exemplary service to the campus through collaboration, partnership and teamwork.
Position Summary
The Manager, Financial Services Center position is a leadership role reporting to Assistant Controller and dedicated to driving operational excellence within PSU’s Financial Service Center.
The Manager directly oversees the Financial Service Center team responsible for Accounts Payable and Procurement Card processes, as well as certain aspects of Vendor Management and Travel. The position ensures all functions are executed with peak efficiency, precision, and adherence to professional standards. All responsibilities will be conducted with a special focus on maintaining an impeccable level of customer service to our campus constituents. Beyond managing daily accounting activities and supervising a diverse team of classified staff, the position is responsible for continuous process improvement and the implementation of lean workflows. This position will also serve as a key administrative contact to facilitate engaging and collaborative relationships with staff and unit leadership across the campus.
Duties and responsibilities include:
The Manager directly oversees the Financial Service Center team responsible for Accounts Payable and Procurement Card processes, as well as certain aspects of Vendor Management and Travel. The position ensures all functions are executed with peak efficiency, precision, and adherence to professional standards. All responsibilities will be conducted with a special focus on maintaining an impeccable level of customer service to our campus constituents. Beyond managing daily accounting activities and supervising a diverse team of classified staff, the position is responsible for continuous process improvement and the implementation of lean workflows. This position will also serve as a key administrative contact to facilitate engaging and collaborative relationships with staff and unit leadership across the campus.
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Service center leadership and supervision.
- Policy procedure and guidance.
- Compliance reporting and administrative oversight.
- Fiscal integrity.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- 4-6 years professional experience.
- Highly developed analytical and communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Thorough knowledge of state regulations and agency policy and the ability to interpret policy to University personnel.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness in motivating employees and implementing procedures to streamline processes and improve customer service across campus.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or MBA.
- Higher education experience.
- Managing a team within a unionized environment.
- Experience with Banner FIS.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $74,232 and $98,364, dependent on education, knowledge, skills and experience.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $74,232 and $98,364, dependent on education, knowledge, skills and experience.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
This position serves as a catalyst for operational excellence by identifying and implementing creative solutions to streamline financial workflows. The Manager must proactively engage with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to modernize the functions of the Financial Service Center.
This position serves as a central hub for operational excellence, collaborating with departments across campus and within University Financial Services (UFS) to synchronize day-to-day operations. The Manager is responsible for maintaining rigorous deadlines and ensuring high-performance standards by communicating requirements and timelines in a clear, concise, and inclusive manner. By fostering cross-functional efficiency within a diverse workforce, this role ensures that all financial materials and processes are handled with the precision and reliability necessary for university-wide success.
This position serves as a central hub for operational excellence, collaborating with departments across campus and within University Financial Services (UFS) to synchronize day-to-day operations. The Manager is responsible for maintaining rigorous deadlines and ensuring high-performance standards by communicating requirements and timelines in a clear, concise, and inclusive manner. By fostering cross-functional efficiency within a diverse workforce, this role ensures that all financial materials and processes are handled with the precision and reliability necessary for university-wide success.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references. Your references will be contacted only if you are selected as a finalist.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
If you have questions
Please email University Financial Services at campusaccounting@pdx.edu
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