Accountant (Accountant I or II)

The California State University • Sacramento, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

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Work type: Staff
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Job/Department Summary:

ACCOUNTANT I: Financial Accounting & Reporting (FAR) provides a complete package of University-related financial services that ultimately contributes to the compilation of the University financial statements and the related reporting cycle to the CSU Chancellor’s Office and the California State Controller’s Office. Under direction of the Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting, the Accountant I independently performs accounting assignments designed to expand practical experience and develop professional judgment in the application of accounting principles. Responsibilities include month-end closing, which entails correction and reconciliation of University financial transactions, auxiliary enterprise fund accounting, providing guidance for accounting problems and application of accounting standards for both colleagues in the FAR department as well as financial budget representatives in campus departments. The incumbent supports the annual University financial audit in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

ACCOUNTANT II: Under general direction of the Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting, the Accountant II independently performs complex professional level accounting tasks that are informed by a thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Responsibilities include month-end close, which entails correction and reconciliation of University financial transactions, auxiliary enterprise fund accounting, providing guidance for accounting problems and application of accounting standards for both colleagues in the FAR department as well as financial budget representatives in campus departments.

Required Education and Experience:

ACCOUNTANT I: 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 experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

ACCOUNTANT II: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or a closely related field, and full-time equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. OR A combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. AND Equivalent to two years of professional level accounting experience.

Preferences:

Bachelor's degree in accounting
CPA/CPA candidate
Demonstrated experience in accounting related to GAAP financial statement audits and audit workpaper preparation
Experience with a multi-module accounting system or specific experience in general and subsidiary ledgers
Advanced use and experience with MS Excel creating complex spreadsheets for large data sets

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

CSU Classification Salary Range:

ACCOUNTANT I: $53,436 - $100,116 per year.

ACCOUNTANT II: $58,908 - $113,676 per year.

Benefits: Both positions qualify for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

Additional Information for ACCOUNTANT I and II: California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or finger printing) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.

Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 10/07/24. Applications received after that date may be considered.)

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