Manager, Capital Accounting Debt and Compliance

Manager, Capital Accounting Debt and Compliance

OVERVIEW
Financial Management Services (FMS), a department within Business Affairs, is responsible for creating an ecosystem which promotes innovative and sound financial administration policies and practices that balance controls, compliance, and customer service. FMS is primarily responsible for financial policy oversight, quality assurance and financial services at Stanford University and its affiliated entities. It also serves as a liaison to the hospitals and the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC). The FMS work environment is grounded by core values that include cultivating growth, celebration and appreciation, and collaborating with curiosity in order to nurture an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and can thrive.

JOB PURPOSE:
The Manager of Capital Accounting Debt and Compliance, reporting to the Director of Capital Accounting, will lead a team of three staff members within the Capital Accounting Team. This role involves key responsibilities in both debt management and compliance. The Manager will be tasked with developing and presenting complex accounting analyses, addressing both short-term needs and long-term strategies.

Additionally, this role requires close collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Office of Treasury, to ensure the University remains compliant with debt policies and regulations. The Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing internal control systems and will drive process improvements and system developments.

Strong critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) are essential for success in this role.

CORE DUTIES*:

• Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization and the day-to-day operations. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, professional development and accountable for the performance of employees.
• Design and execute an effective system of internal controls for areas of responsibility; establish operational objectives to ensure controls are working.
• Develop and implement strategic plan(s) for functional area(s) managed; provide strategy, vision and direction. Make decisions that establish objectives for the overall direction or operation of a significant organization. Influence leadership on specific recommendations for current operations and future development.
• Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with regulations, policies and procedures. Recommend and/or formulate internal administrative policies, guidelines and procedures. Direct process improvement for organization or program.
• Develop and deliver both short- and long-term complex analyses and high-level strategic modeling.
• Represent the organization's business operations and administrative affairs within the organization, and/or outside constituencies. May represent the organization to external constituencies.
• * Other duties may also be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge and ability to apply, interpret, and implement GAAP.
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting systems.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills including conflict resolution.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced analytical skills to review and analyze complex financial information.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements.
• Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.

Certifications and Licenses: Certified Professional Accountant preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/squat, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work extended hours during peak business cycles.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide,

The expected pay range for this position is $154,698 to $162,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Stanford University seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world and, in turn, is dedicated to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives.

Stanford’s Business Affairs provides administrative policies, infrastructure, systems, services, and support for the benefit of the university community.