Accounting Technician - Fresno State

Another Source’s client, Fresno State University, is recruiting an Accounting Technician to join their team onsite in Fresno, CA.

Here’s a little about Fresno State University and the position they are recruiting for:

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

As Accounting Technician, you will report directly to the Assistant Controller and be a key member of Accounting Services, within the Division of Administrative Services.

Key Responsibilities include:

Financial Reporting

• Assemble and compile data for financial reports and analysis.
• Maintain accounting records for various funds, programs, and activities.
• Prepare reconciliations for accounts such as sponsor receivables, tuition fees and waivers, dishonored checks, cash receipts, and bank deposits.

Technical Expertise

• Create, troubleshoot, and analyze complex spreadsheets and advanced queries.
• Resolve computer application errors in collaboration with relevant personnel.
• Participate in the testing of financial software upgrades and implementations, including transaction/data entry and data output testing.

Policy Communication

• Interpret and explain university policies, auxiliary regulations, and funding agency guidelines to faculty, staff, students, and external parties.
• Disburse funds after verifying compliance with university regulations.
• Prepare monthly adjusting and year-end closing journal entries.

Loan and Collection Management

• Administer loan programs including Perkins, Nursing, and Dream Loans.
• Develop and monitor special payment plans and perform all student account collection activities.
• Coordinate the placement of delinquent loans with collection agencies and manage accounts sent to the Department of Education.
• Process and send dunning letters to students.

Student Accounts and Inquiries

• Manage student, sponsor, and collection accounts, including analyzing and adjusting accounts as necessary.
• Respond to BankMobile and 1098-T inquiries and assist with tuition calculation set-ups.
• Meet with students to address account issues, billing, refunds, direct deposits, and other financial concerns.
• Process and validate electronic sponsor and student refunds.

Reconciliations and Reports

• Prepare and analyze reconciliations for various accounts.
• Compile data for financial reports and audits.
• Review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.

Support and Collaboration

• Provide technical support by assembling and analyzing account data.
• Serve on appeal committees and participate in departmental research.
• Assist with daily cash reconciliations and other backfill duties as needed.
• Maintain and distribute parking permit inventory.
• Prepare and execute group post processes to student accounts.
• Support departmental communications through portal messaging, webpage updates, and emails.
• Provide backup support and assume additional work assignments as required during absences or periods of increased workload.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to four years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience, or any combination of education and experience, which has provided the above knowledge and abilities.
• Proficient in analyzing financial data and resolving discrepancies.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and financial software.
• Familiar with GAAP, FERPA, and relevant policies and procedures.
• Strong ability to convey complex financial information clearly and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using PeopleSoft Finance or other computerized accounting systems.
• Collections experience.
• Two or more years of college with an accounting emphasis.
• California State University or other higher education experience or other government experience.

Why a career with CSU is for You https://adminfinance.fresnostate.edu/hr/benefits/index.html

The CSU system offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet you where you're at in life and typically adds 30-35% to your total compensation package. For more information on programs available, take a closer look in the Employee Benefits Summary: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

• Emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with ample PTO and flexibility, which includes up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group/or services).
• Enjoy the vibrant campus life with access to athletic and gym facilities, renowned sporting events, artist events, and world-renowned speakers.
• Numerous professional development opportunities to advance your career including tuition waivers for yourself, a spouse, registered domestic partner or an eligible dependent child across any of the 23 CSU campuses.
• Two different retirement plans catered to fit your personal saving goals: CalPERS Retirement Plan or 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan (Similar to a 401k plan)
• Medical benefits tailored to support various life stages
• We recognize that transportation to and from work can be expensive and we are here to help support you with pre-tax commuter benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:

The California State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all CSU students, faculty and staff 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).

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