Staff Accountant - District

Job Description SummaryThe Staff Accountant provides a variety of fiscal services to support various district activities that include invoice processing, reconciliation of various accounts, cash management, provides support to district auxiliaries (e.g., Foundation, bookstore, dining, parking and transportation, etc.), ensuring that fiscal practices are followed, detailed records of all activities and transactions are maintained, and cash balances are properly reconciled. The position may also assist other staff with resolving accountingrelated issues pertaining to the general ledger. WORK SCHEDULE This is normally a full-time position with a work schedule of five days and 40 hours/week. Duties are performed 12 months a year. May be required to work some evenings and Saturdays during peak periods, such as registration, audits, fiscal year end, graduation, etc.Desirable QualificationsHigher education accounting, particularly at a community college level. CPA Ability to: Utilize pertinent software applications; use new or additional equipment/software brought about by new technology. Prepare and maintain accurate records. Perform basic complex bookkeeping/accounting procedures, including account and bank reconciliations. Use new or additional equipment related to new technology. Perform basic math, percentages and/or rations.. Interpret written procedures. Write documents following prescribed formats. Present information before groups. Understand complex multiple step instructions. Communicate with diverse groups. Meet deadlines and schedules. Work with constant interruptions. Knowledge of: Accounting/bookkeeping principles.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree with study in Accounting, Business, Public Administration or job related area; and 4 years of experience performing related work in the job-related area. Job related experience in lieu of education (on a year for year basis). OR an equivalent combination of education and qualifying job-related experience that would provide the skills, knowledge, and ability needed to fulfill the duties assigned to the position. Knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of financial ERP systems, personal computers utilizing word, processing, spreadsheet, and database management software programs (i.e., MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and knowledge of standard office equipment. Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.