Accountant II

Sacramento State•Sacramento, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, Accounting Services, and receives direction from other experienced accountants. The position requires independent analysis, maintenance of accounting records, and assists with the preparation of Legal and GAAP financial reports.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of office methods and procedures
Knowledge of 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
General understanding of internal control methods
Working knowledge of federal financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reports
Ability to apply accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data
Ability to prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports
Ability to 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
Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting 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 experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities
Knowledge of GAAP including varied technical accounting principles and practices used in the most difficult and complex financial record keeping and reporting
Knowledge of Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures, and related accounting system requirements
Knowledge of Internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations
Knowledge of Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from auditors
Knowledge of Student financial aid accounting and reporting requirements
Use excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet and complex financial accounting systems
Analyze data, develop, and maintain complex statistical and management reports
Use problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems
Create reports, charts, and queries to address specific user needs and to prepare financial reports, work papers, and compliance data for University management decision making
Make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying complex and technical professional accounting information to non-accountants
Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community
Satisfactory completion of the background check process

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Federal, State, California State University (CSU) and Sacramento State practices, policies and procedures
Experience working with PeopleSoft / Oracle Financial System applications

Responsibilities

Independent analysis
Maintenance of accounting records
Assists with the preparation of Legal and GAAP financial reports
Processes comprehensive, accurate and timely financial information for reporting and management decision making
Conducts financial transactions such as expenditure transfers, chargebacks, cost recovery, and assignment of General Ledger chart strings
Apply accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems
Analyze and interpret accounting data
Prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports
Utilize problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems
Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and principles
Make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities
Communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non-accountants
Use excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet and complex financial accounting systems
Analyze data, develop, and maintain complex statistical and management reports
Create reports, charts, and queries to address specific user needs and to prepare financial reports, work papers, and compliance data for University management decision making
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community