Job Title

Accountant I, Humanities and Social Sciences (Dean's Office)

Classification

Accountant I

AutoReqId

543962

Department

Dean’s Office, Humanities and Social Sciences

Division

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,453 - $8,343 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,453 - $5,025 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is committed in educating students to be culturally, globally, socially, historically, and environmentally astute, civically responsible alumni able to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team an Accountant. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the direction and guidance of the Financial Resources Manager, the Accountant for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences performs various financial duties to support the Dean's Office in managing the college budgets. Monitors, tracks, and analyzes either an individual department or college-wide budgets. Accurately and effectively performs various accounting reconciliations, prepares financial transaction documents, and completes routine financial and trend analyses. Performs research to resolve discrepancies and/or develop alternative solutions and recommendations. Extracts, reviews, formulates and prepares financial reports. Provides technical assistance to department staff researching and interpreting financial information, policies, and procedures. Included but are not limited to working the campus commencement ceremonies, Humanities and Social Sciences, and other campus events. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, business administration, or a closely related field or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices, office methods and procedures, the statistical and arithmetic presentation of data, and the uses of computers in accounting functions. Ability to learn and apply laws, rules, and procedures related to governmental accounting. Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines, analyze financial and statistical data, and draw sound conclusions. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques and operate calculating machines, personal computers, and/or automated accounting systems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and 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 complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Several years of experience performing financial or budget analysis or other fiscal processing in an educational environment strongly preferred. Working knowledge of PeopleSoft desirable.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees