Accountant II

Job Summary

The Accountant II independently performs the full range of professional accounting work which requires a thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in Accounting Services. This Accountant II position focuses primarily, but not exclusively, on Student Financial Services, Financial Aid Accounting, and Student related A/R.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring that assigned accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and general accounting standards
• Correcting and reconciling account balances to external data
• Identifying actual or potential problems and recommending corrective or preventative action
• Developing financial statements and reports
• Predicting the effects of change in operating programs
• Interpreting new and existing federal and state regulations relative to their assigned area of responsibility
• Providing consultative services to campus administrators in resolving accounting problems
• Recommending changes to and assisting with the documentation and maintenance of business processes, standards and procedures
• Providing training, guidance, and assistance to other employees
• Providing work direction to other professional and technical staff
• Cross train as needed to assist other Accountant II positions

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet, software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of record management systems
• General understanding of internal control methods
• Working knowledge of federal student financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines
• Ability to analyze financial and statistical data to draw conclusions
• Ability to present statistical and mathematical data
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside the organization, including conveying technical information to non-accountants
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data and prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple demands to resolve issues and inquiries in a timely manner
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, punctuality, teamwork and commitment to achieving departmental objectives

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 2-3 years of accounting experience
• Experience using Oracle PeopleSoft ERP (or similar)
• Experience with CSU or higher education. Governmental accounting experience

Compensation

Classification: Accountant II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,000/month - $6,650/month
CSU Salary Range: $4,452/month - $8,592/month

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: December 13, 2022 through January 3, 2023 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

CSU Vaccination Policy

The CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus (including all booster doses of an approved vaccine for which an individual is eligible per current CDC recommendations) or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. As a condition of employment, any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement as well as with other safety measures established on the campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu .



Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, 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 offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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Equal Employment Statement

San José State University (SJSU) 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 SJSU 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).

Advertised: December 13, 2022 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
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