Accountant (Accountant I), GAAP

Job No: 528261
Work type: Staff
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Finance/Accounting, Probationary, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)Job Summary:

The Auxiliary Accountant I is essential in the oversight of Auxiliaries' resources, guiding campus departments on the proper use of funds, and maintaining financial integrity through sound accounting practices. This position is the primary contact person for the campus departments on Auxiliaries' general ledger transactions. This position plays a key role in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process. Work assignments typically include some or all of the following: prepare audit schedules and PBCs; reconcile reports and financial data with financial statements on file; correct and reconcile account balances to external data; prepare journal entries; resolve problems associated with incorrect entries, deviations from established procedures, and other inconsistencies with accounting principles; prepare routine financial reports and statements; and provide input to the documentation and maintenance of business processes, standards and procedures.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the year-end closing and audit process including recording year- end journal entries and preparing external auditor's requests. Examine financial data for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for Auxiliaries and ensure that any discrepancies are researched and cleared timely.
• Prepare liabilities and revenues accounts reconciliations for Auxiliaries and apply accounting knowledge and understanding of GAAP to identify problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Process transfers of expenses/funds for campus Auxiliaries in accordance with CSU/campus policies and Auxiliaries' guidelines. Resolve problems associated with incorrect entries and provide guidance according to accounting principles.
• Prepare journal entries where applicable including but not limited to monthly accruals and journals required for correcting monthly reconciling factors.
• Complete special assignments and other duties as assigned by Associate Controller and University Controller.

Minimum Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and one year of experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge: General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems.
• Abilities: Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines; analyze financial and statistical data and draw conclusions; utilize problem solving techniques; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non- Accountants.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years of general accounting experience; experience with multiple bank statement(s) reconciliation.
• PeopleSoft - GL (Common Financial System), Data Warehouse OR similar ERP system experience.
• Working knowledge and experience with Sponsored Programs and Gifts/Donation.

Compensation and Benefits:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,500 - $5,000 per month

Classification Salary Range: $4,039 - $7,568 per month

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 14 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Position Information:

Work status: Full-time/Non-Exempt/Probationary

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.

The application deadline is Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino in not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 conditionally offered the position.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Nora Jean Fernandez, ADA Manager at Nora.Fernandez@csusb.edu.

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/.

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act