Job No. 546204 Accountant II

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: THIS RECRUITMENT IS AVAILABLE TO CURRENT ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYEES ONLY.

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Accountant II

UNION CODE: R09

TEMPORARY END DATE: This position is temporary and ends on or before December 31, 2025. Any continuation beyond December 31, 2025 is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

FT/PT: Full-time

PAY PLAN: 12-month

WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $5,300 - $6,600

• However, offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $4,909 - $9,473

PAY BASIS: Monthly

BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more! See our benefits website for additional information.

POSITION PURPOSE: Under the general direction of the Director of Budgeting, Accounting & Reporting Services for Academic Affairs, the Accountant II performs day-to-day accounting, budget analysis, and financial reporting activities including stateside, enterprise and/or auxiliary funding and related activities of the Accounting and Reporting Services Sponsored Programs Administration. The position performs intermediate-level professional accounting work requiring thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards. This includes, independently completing account reconciliations, preparation of journal entries, inter-fund accounting, solving accounting issues, financial analysis, budget development and variance analysis, and compliance reporting required by federal, state, and local government, CSU systemwide, and CSUB. This position assists the Sponsored Programs Administration auxiliary accounting and reporting team in maintaining accuracy and reporting integrity to support management decision making and follow-up, researching and analyzing new and existing federal and state regulations, assisting with the documentation and maintenance of business processes, and other reporting activities necessary for compliance.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Accounting Duties
Perform, review, and analyze a broad range of complex accounting and/or budgeting activities to ensure compliance with various policies, timely recordkeeping, and appropriate accounting treatment. Recommend and prepare adjustments, journal entries, reports, and/or expenditure transfers. Assist in posting journal entries (back up to Accountant I). Analyze transactions for correct coding and assignment of revenues and expenditures. Completes schedules for various business units, funds and accounts for monthly reporting and annual audit. Prepare fluctuation analysis (actuals vs prior year, actuals vs budget, actual vs projections). Provide timely and accurate information in response to customer inquiries that evidences a strong understanding of GAAP, compliance, and policy., and assuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution. Maintain accurate and current monthly schedules for invoicing, drawdowns and financial reporting. Develop, maintain, complete, and review detailed schedules for project close-outs and effort reporting. Provide training, guidance, and assistance to other professional and/or technical staff. Maintain accurate financial records. Assist with financial systems (CFS, SPA Module, etc.) troubleshooting as necessary and participate in the implementation of financial systems upgrades, required testing, and verification results. Provide input on best practices and assist in developing policies and procedures.
Reporting Duties
Assist in the coordination, development and/or production of various reports to meet customer (CSU Chancellor’s Office, Auxiliary Organizations Board of Directors, CSUB management, internal and external auditors, and/or other internal and external constituents) needs and legal and regulatory requirements, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Adhere to legal, regulatory, and/or policy requirements, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Maintain all databases and software related to the reporting needs of Sponsored Programs Administration auxiliary. Assist in the preparation of financial statements, supporting schedules, and footnotes in support of the annual audit or quarterly board reporting. With minimal direction, prepare budget variance statements, supporting schedules, and footnotes. Assist in the compilation, review and/or preparation of tax reports and returns as required. Assist with research, policy revision, etc. on tax related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field and equivalent to two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s) -

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Ability to apply accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data, prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports, and utilize problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and principles.
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non- Accountants.
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.
• General Understanding of internal control methods.
• Knowledge of financial statement preparation and process.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and apply financial policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email (i.e. Outlook).
• Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work occasional holidays and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in PeopleSoft accounting environment.
• Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment possessing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: SEDENTARY WORK - involves mainly sitting; minimal walking and standing; lifting light weight objects limited to 15 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: N/A

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES UNION: It shall be the policy of the CSU in filling vacant CSUEU bargaining Units 2, 5, 7 & 9 positions to fill such vacancies from among qualified individuals currently employed on-campus except when it is determined that it is necessary to appoint outside applicants to meet campus workforce diversity goals or to provide specialized skills and abilities that are not available from current employees.

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.

SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.

MANDATED REPORTER: Not Mandated

GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

EEO STATEMENT All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Bakersfield provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Bakersfield complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

The CSU Bakersfield is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSU Bakersfield, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Advertised: Feb 25 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 11 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

Closing Date/Time: 2025-03-11

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• California State University (CSU) Bakersfield

• (661) 654-2266

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