Accounts Payable Manager (FINANCIAL SVC SUPV 2)

Job Summary Under the general direction of the CAHFS Administration Officer, oversees all CAHFS business operations and related policies and procedures for purchasing, accounts payable, and travel/entertainment activity at 4 locations statewide with 200 employees and a $40M annual budget. Acts as the CAHFS Fiscal Officer, recommends changes to department policies, performs analytical studies on Business Office functions, and establishes system‑wide operating procedures for financial functions. Apply By Date June 30, 2026 Qualifications Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience managing complex business services, including accounts payable, travel, entertainment, contracts, and/or procurement, and reviewing transactions for completeness and policy compliance. Experience performing fiscal close activities, account management/reconciliation, general ledger review, and managing multiple fund sources (federal, state, private, etc.), and knowledge of GAAP/GASB for budgeting and financial reporting. Leadership and supervisory skills to recruit, train, and motivate staff and monitor performance to meet business objectives. Analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify problems and implement solutions, research, collect, analyze, and interpret data from a wide variety of sources, and present information clearly and concisely. Knowledge and experience using automated financial accounting/procurement systems (e.g., Aggie Enterprise, Pre‑Purchasing, Aggie Expense) and reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel/Tableau. Interpersonal and communication skills (in person, writing, and telephone) to work with faculty, staff, clients, and external agencies, to research, secure, and provide information, and resolve problems. Preferred Qualifications Experience with University systems (Aggie Enterprise, UCPath, AggieExpense, and Pre‑Purchasing) and processes. Experience working in a laboratory setting and troubleshooting laboratory needs. Experience mapping existing processes and implementing process changes to deliver efficiencies or quality improvement. Experience achieving timely progress on multiple simultaneous projects, distributing effort appropriately, meeting deadlines, reporting on progress, and maintaining high productivity. Key Responsibilities 50% – Financial Administration & Management 25% – Accounting, Financial Reporting & Special Projects 25% – Supervision & Leadership Department Overview CAHFS provides California’s livestock and poultry industries and veterinary practitioners with a full range of diagnostic laboratory services for disease control, health management, and protection from diseases. The department serves as the backbone of the state’s animal disease surveillance program through its four laboratories in Davis, Turlock, Tulare, and San Bernardino, funded by contracts with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and by user fees. An additional program, the Equine Analytical Chemistry Laboratory, is funded by a contract with the California Horse Racing Board. Position Information Salary or Pay Range: $85,500.00 – $157,300.00 (Department budgeted salary range: $85,500 – $121,400/yr. Commensurate with experience.) Salary Frequency: Annual Salary Grade: 23 UC Job Title: FINANCIAL SVC SUPV 2 UC Job Code: 004631 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Shift (Work Schedule): Mon‑Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Location: Davis, CA Union Representation: No Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on‑site Benefits High quality and low‑cost medical plans to fit family needs. UC pays for dental and vision insurance premiums for you and your family. Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy, parental, and family medical leave. Paid holidays annually as stipulated in UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Paid time off/vacation/sick time as stipulated in UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement program as stipulated in UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities. WorkLife and wellness programs and resources. On‑site employee assistance program including free mental health services. Supplemental insurance offered, including life, short/long‑term disability, pet insurance, and legal coverage. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) qualified employer & student loan repayment assistance program for qualified roles. Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including pension and other retirement saving plans. Physical Demands Standing – occasional up to 3 hours. Walking – occasional up to 3 hours. Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours. Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours. Lifting/Carrying 26–50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours. Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours. Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours. Pushing/Pulling 26–50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours. Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – never 0 hours. Bending/stooping – occasional up to 3 hours. Squatting/kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours. Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours. Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – occasional up to 3 hours. Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours. Keyboard use/repetitive motion – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – occasional up to 3 hours. Loud noise levels – occasional up to 3 hours. Marked changes in humidity or temperature – occasional up to 3 hours. Microwave/radiation – occasional up to 3 hours. Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – occasional up to 3 hours. Extreme temperatures – occasional up to 3 hours. Uneven surfaces or elevations – occasional up to 3 hours. Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Complex problem solving/reasoning – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Ability to organize & prioritize – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Communication skills – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Numerical skills – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Constant interaction – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Customer/patient contact – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Multiple concurrent tasks – continuous 6 to 8+ hours. Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. This position is not a research role; it is located in a diagnostic laboratory where quality control and meticulous working habits are essential. The position requires a confidentiality or non‑disclosure agreement, a background check, and adherence to UC Davis vaccination and health surveillance programs. Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, 100% on‑site. Work may be flexible to meet project deadlines and may include mandatory weekend and holiday rotation. Limited vacation is allowed during peak workload periods such as outbreaks, fiscal close, and audit periods. Special Requirements Employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, and functional capacity assessment. The duties include handling cash or cash equivalents. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed misconduct, received notice of allegations, or are currently the subject of any disciplinary proceedings. Disclosures also include any appeals of misconduct findings with a previous employer. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California - Davis