Capital Projects and Systemwide Revenue Bond Accountant II

Capital Projects and Systemwide Revenue Bond Accountant II

Job no: 532814

Work type: Staff

Location: Chancellor's Office

Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time

Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Capital Projects and Systemwide Revenue Bond Accountant II. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $6,584 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The salary range for this classification is $4,452 to $8,592 per month.

Classification

Accountant II

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Capital Projects and Systemwide Revenue Bond Accountant II to independently perform a full range of professional accounting work required to maintain the financial records for the Revenue Bond & Capital Projects unit. This team is responsible for maintaining accounting records for systemwide revenue bonds and facility projects, providing Chancellor's Office management with bond sale and construction project status reports, and preparing related financial statement schedules. The Capital Projects & SRB Accountant performs analysis of financial data and reports, prepares financial statements and related schedules for the Systemwide Revenue Bond Program, completes ad hoc reporting and other projects, as needed. The position may lead campus communication and guidance efforts. The incumbent will maintain, reconcile and adjust various capital projects and work with the SCO and the Finance & Treasury department. In addition, the incumbent will assist in the financial audit of the Systemwide Revenue Bond (SRB).

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Revenue Bond Accounting Manager, the Capital Projects and Systemwide Revenue Bond Accountant II will perform duties as outlined below:

Leads or Performs Analysis of Financial Data and Reports

-Assists in designing, implementing, and completing various analysis in support of the department of Systemwide Financial Standard & Reporting.

-Maintain the fiscal and fund integrity of the financial information by performing monthly reconciliations, variance analyses, and review of assigned funds. Take corrective action as appropriate.

-Reviews financial documents for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with established policies, procedures, and accounting standards.

-Reconciles reports and financial data with financial statements on file.

-Corrects and reconciles account balances to external data.

Leads or Performs Accounting Functions for Capital Construction Activities

-Establish and maintain general ledger for capital project activities funded by BAN and revenue bond fund programs.

-Maintain records and provide reports to F & T regarding accounting activity for capital project accounts.

-Work with and support CPDC & Financing & Treasury in accounting related issues (Bond issuances, fund balances, etc.)

-Reviews or prepares journal entries.

-Reviews or resolves problems associated with incorrect journal entries.

Assist in the Annual Audit and Preparation of Financial Statements

-Perform analyses to ensure accuracy of the financial information.

-Review and analyze campus fluctuation explanations and identify which variances are the result of accounting errors which require audit adjusting entries.

-Participate in the preparation and/or gathering of all required audit documentation.

-Assist with the preparation of SRB Supplemental Audit Schedules.

Ad Hoc Reporting and Other Projects as Needed

-Create documentation of new process solutions when needed.

-Develop and recommend accounting procedures to management as appropriate.

-Serve as backup and support to the department in the event of staff absences.

-Other special reporting or projects as assigned by the Department Manager or Director.

-Provide training, guidance, and assistance to other employees.

Lead or Assist in Campus Communication and Guidance Efforts

-Interprets or performs campus communication and guidance efforts.

-Prepares and provides training, guides, and assists with documentation and maintenance of business processes, standards, and procedures.

-Provides active support for campus questions by analyzing and preparing communication and guidance.

Qualifications

This position requires:

-Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, or a closely related field.

-A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, preferably in a higher education environment.

-Thorough knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) under GASB.

-Experience with accounting, automated accounting systems, and advanced knowledge of Excel.

-Ability to interpret written policies, procedures and regulations and develop effective workflow processes to meet evolving business needs.

-Demonstrated ability to understand problems and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop solutions.

-Ability to independently work with a high degree of accuracy under tight timelines.

-Possesses superb verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and have outstanding consultative and presentation skills; be an articulate communicator and good listener and demonstrate a style that facilitates the sharing of knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

-Minimum 5 years of experience in higher education and/or fund accounting.

-Governmental accounting experience.

-Experience with PeopleSoft, Hyperion and/or Tableau, and Wdesk.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by October 25, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

Advertised: October 11, 2023 (10:10 AM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Open until filled

To apply: https://apptrkr.com/4717494