Job Description
Foundation Accounting Technician (Accounting Technician II) Classificaiton: Accounting Technician II
Department: University Advancement Administration and Finance
Sub-Division: Vice President, University Advancement
Salary Range: $3,688 - $4,200 per month
Appointment Type: Ongoing
Time Base: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours. Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
About CSUF: Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to Californias revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.
Job Summary: It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
About the Position: University Advancement serves Cal State Fullerton by building and strengthening relationships with the communities we serve to encourage advocacy, investment and support of the University, its mission, goals and programs in support of student and alumni success. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Foundation Accounting Technician (Accounting Technician II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Reporting to the Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation (CSFPF) Controller, the Foundation Accounting Technician is responsible to ensure the proper recording and documentation of financial transactions associated with Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation. This position is responsible for the Foundation cash receipt process. Requires considerable judgment, initiative, and independence in all aspects of cash receipts/accounts receivable accounting. This position provides considerable support of complex accounts payable accounting. Examine, prepare, and analyze documents received by accounting services for processing (i.e., check requests, travel expense requests, travel reimbursement claims, purchase orders, etc.). Utilize thorough knowledge and understanding of financial record-keeping methods and practices in carrying out work assignments. Uses independent judgment in analyzing information and determining the best course of action in compliance with applicable policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting standards. Works closely with accountant and accounting managers on a variety of special projects as they relate to accounting functions. Supports month-end and year-end closing processes, compliance audit and review, and annual external audit. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of university infrastructure, department, division, university and foundation policies and procedures. Provides exceptional customer service to division and campus partners and vendors in person and over phone related to University Advancement Administration and Finance and the Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications: Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices. Must be able to apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of basic accounting problems; analyze and interpret accounting data; apply problem solving techniques in finding solutions to basic accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; use current computer word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems, such as student accounting, cashiering and student financial aid; work independently; and make sound decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and 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 complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field. Experience in higher education. Experience with accounts receivable and/or accounts payable processing. Demonstrated proficiency with query tools to extract data from systems and the ability to analyze, validate, and prepare consolidated reports using tools such as pivot tables and financial formulas within Microsoft Excel. Demonstrated experience processing financial accounting transactions with an online financial system, maintaining financial ledgers/records, and initiating correcting entries in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and good business practices. Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and MS Excel.
Special Working Conditions: Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
Must be able to work the annual commencement ceremonies.
Additional Information: California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
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.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.
Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).
Application Deadline: Aug 08, 2024 (9:00 PM)
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About California State University, Fullerton
California State University, Fullerton is a major regional university in a vital, flourishing area that includes Orange County, metropolitan Los Angeles and the expanding Inland Empire. The beautiful, 236-acre campus is set in Fullerton in north Orange County, about 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles and about 21 miles from nearby beaches. Cal State Fullerton has more than 37,000 students and approximately 1,800 full and part-time faculty members. The University offers 107 degree programs in eight colleges. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, CSUF is fourth in the nation for the number of bachelor's degrees awarded to minority students and first in California for the number of bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics.The University is one of the 23 campuses in the California State University System. Since the campus opened, CSUF has awarded degrees to more than 215,000 graduates. Many are leaders in business, government, education, and the arts.
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