Accountant I — Higher-Ed Budget & Reporting

California State University, Bakersfield; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CSU benefits package

Tuition waiver

Vacation and sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking an Accountant I to support day-to-day accounting, budgeting and financial reporting for the Student Affairs and University Advancement divisions. The role requires applying GAAP, FASB, and GASB principles while completing journal entries, reconciliations and ad hoc analyses.

The incumbent will assist with coordination of reports for trustees, auditors and internal stakeholders, contribute to audits and year-end processes and ensure data

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field; substitution on a year-for-year basis may apply.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FASB, GASB standards and ability to apply accounting treatments.
• Advanced proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, internet and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry to intermediate-level accounting and financial activities for Student Affairs and University Advancement.
• Prepare journal entries and conduct account reconciliations.
• Assist with annual audit and tax preparations (Form 990).
• Coordinate reporting needs to internal and external stakeholders ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support Board reports and financial statements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Financial analysis

Inter-fund accounting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking an Accountant I to support day-to-day accounting, budgeting and financial reporting for the Student Affairs and University Advancement divisions. The role requires applying GAAP, FASB, and GASB principles while completing journal entries, reconciliations and ad hoc analyses.

The incumbent will assist with coordination of reports for trustees, auditors and internal stakeholders, contribute to audits and year-end processes and ensure data