Accountant II – GAAP & Financial Reporting

Opt For Healthy Living; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento is seeking an Accountant I to maintain accounting records, analyze data, and assist in preparing GAAP financial reports under supervision. This exempt staff position requires independent analysis and accurate financial documentation to support university decision making.

The role emphasizes compliance with laws and internal controls, with salary steps $5178–$7543 per month and benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP including varied technical accounting principles and practices used in the most difficult and complex financial record keeping and reporting.
• Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures, and related accounting system requirements.
• Internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from auditors.
• Student financial aid accounting and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records and analyze financial data under supervision.
• Assist with preparation of Legal and GAAP financial reports.
• Prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and support management decision making.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Governmental accounting

Internal controls

Auditing & reconciliation

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft / Oracle Financial System

Job description

California State University, Sacramento is seeking an Accountant I to maintain accounting records, analyze data, and assist in preparing GAAP financial reports under supervision. This exempt staff position requires independent analysis and accurate financial documentation to support university decision making.

The role emphasizes compliance with laws and internal controls, with salary steps $5178–$7543 per month and benefits.