Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

$6,139 - $7,409 Per Month

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Accounting Specialist

CCC737

Cypress College

CC CTE & Grants

100%

12 Months Per Year

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)

ABOUT US

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California’s premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.

The ideal candidate will share Cypress College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Cypress College student body is incredibly diverse, with over 46% Latinx, 24% Asian/Pacific Islander, 16% Caucasian, 4% African American, and 0.18% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Students from over 30 countries join our International Student program every year. The College believes in creating an inclusive and multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.

Cypress College is ranked 3rd in the nation (among community colleges between 5,000 and 15,000 students) for the quality of faculty/teaching and 1st in California (out of 114) in the 2018 and 2020 Best Community Colleges report by Niche.com. Cypress College epitomizes an environment of academic excellence, underscored by our 53% completion rate, a full 7% higher than the state average. Whether it is vocational studies such as our T-TEN program, a collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation which is ranked #1 in the nation, or academic programs, such as English and ESL, where the success rate of our students is 15% higher than statewide averages, Cypress College sets the benchmark for excellence. Cypress College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was awarded a DHSI Title V grant in 2019, as well as named an Equity Champion for our support for Latinx transfer in 2021 and 2022. The college is also eligible for designation as an Asian American, Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Cypress College is proud of its many programs that serve our diverse student body, such as the Legacy and Puente programs. The College provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQ Faculty Staff Associations.

College employees are guided by the five core values of Excellence, Integrity, Collegiality and Inclusiveness, centered in Equity. We are a Guided Pathways institution, and our comprehensive Student Services programs support and enhance strategic goals related to access, retention and persistence initiatives on campus. In partnership with instructional faculty, our student services staff and faculty strive to implement innovative strategies to ensure all students succeed and experience a culturally relevant environment on campus.
Cypress College is an equity-minded institution, committed to ensuring all students are supported on their academic journey. We invite you to be a part of this celebrated and diverse community of learners where we put students first. More information can be found at www.cypresscollege.edu .

WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $11,620.58 for one dependent or $18,592.86 for two or more dependents annually)
• Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion (up to $2,646.10 annually)
• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 life insurance benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
• Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
• 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation
• Cumulative sick leave
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Program: 3 days in office/2 days remote (Management approval required; may vary by Department/Position)
• Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
• Receive Premium Pay for years of continuous service: From 5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years
• District paid employee post-retirement medical (for those who qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture
• Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations

PRIMARY PURPOSE

POSITION IS GRANT FUNDED

This position is responsible for performing advanced accounting duties in the preparation, maintenance and review of various financial statements, records, accounts, and budgets to assure accuracy and conformance to established policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Prepares financial statements and reports as directed; ensures compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; maintains a variety of difficult and complex financial and accounting records, ledgers, statements and reports.

Assists in the preparation and monitoring of District-wide or campus-wide budget; processes budget transfers and prepares journal entries; monitors accounting activities of assigned categorically-funded programs; prepares expenditure and progress reports as required by funding agencies; reconciles and balances accounts and bank statements.

Coordinates communication and accounting activities with other District departments and personnel, governmental agencies, private agencies and vendors;

Answers questions and provides technical expertise to assist District personnel and department personnel regarding various records, budgets, accounts and programs.

Prepares and processes various documents involved in financial transactions, such as invoices, deposits for cash and checks, requisitions, purchase orders, contract agreements, and bids and maintains accurate records of cash and check receipts.

Prepares, audits, and analyzes invoices for payment, such as requisitions, petty cash vouchers, and mileage and travel expense reports; prepares claims for capital projects; processes payments for payroll, loans, grants, and reimbursements; analyzes accounts and performs year end closing.

Audits financial documents to assure accuracy, completeness; conduct research to resolve discrepancies as necessary.

Maintains and files a variety of financial and accounting records, forms, listings and files; operates a variety of office equipment and machines such as calculator, computer, and copier.

Performs special projects as assigned, such as coordination of fee collection.

Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Performs related duties as assigned.

In addition to essential functions, the Accounting Specialist may make decisions within established policies and procedures in the absence of designated Manager.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Accounting Specialist maintains frequent contact with various departments, staff, and outside vendors, agencies and financial institutions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, practices and procedures

Knowledge of financial and statistical record-keeping principles

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment

Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives

Knowledge of applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws

Knowledge of computer-based accounting systems

Knowledge of various computer software programs

Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately

Ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as calculator, computer, copier, etc.

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work

Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to understand scope of authority in making independent decisions

Ability to review situations accurately and determine appropriate action according to established guidelines

Ability to train and provide work direction to others

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED, supplemented by college courses in accounting.

Minimum four (4) years increasingly responsible work experience in accounting and/or banking.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with state and federal grants and an understanding of Strong Workforce and Perkins funding guidelines and regulations.

Demonstrated experience integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into the duties and responsibilities for this position.

Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

College or District business office or customer service area; subject to sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours); repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.

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Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This position is partially grant funded and exists based on the availability of funds. Employment is contingent upon the continuous availability of funds.

This is a classified position subject to a six-month probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within eight (8) months.
To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).
Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The policy of the North Orange County Community College District is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment, including but not limited to, access to its services, classes, and programs in which no person shall be unlawfully denied full and equal access to the benefits of, or be unlawfully subjected to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or as otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.