Student Account Staff (Accounting Technician II)

CSU; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver

Job summary

California State University, Chico is seeking a detail-oriented staff member to support student financial services operations, including account processing, third-party coordination, and financial record maintenance. The role emphasizes accuracy, policy explanation, and collaboration with campus partners to resolve outstanding balances.

The position requires communication skills, attention to detail, and a background in financial record-keeping, with a focus on delivering reliable service in a

Qualifications

• Experience with financial record-keeping and customer service.
• Ability to explain policies clearly to students and campus partners.
• Strong attention to detail in handling accounts and balances.

Responsibilities

• Process student account transactions and third-party coordination.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support billing activities.
• Reconcile records and assist with period-end activities.
• Provide exceptional customer service to students and campus partners.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Job/Department Summary

Under general supervision, this position supports student financial services operations by applying established procedures to student account processing, third-party coordination, and financial record maintenance. The position is responsible for completing system-based transactions, supporting reconciliation and billing activities, and maintaining accurate account records. The incumbent provides customer service to students, campus partners, and external agencies by explaining policies, assisting with account activity, and supporting follow-up on outstanding balances. The position works collaboratively with staff to address account-related questions and ensure processes are completed accurately and consistently.

Required Education and Experience

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. AND Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided the above knowledge and abilities.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Experience providing customer service and communicating information clearly and professionally.
• Experience working with detailed information where accuracy and attention to detail are important.

Time Base

Full-time

Pay Plan

12/12

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm

CSU Classification Salary Range

$48,444 (Step 1) - $70,572 (Step 20) per year. *New hires can be expected to be paid at the base step of the salary range.

Benefits

This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information please visit https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

Additional Information

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

The person holding this position is considered a "Limited Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

About Chico State

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.

The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, theMechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.

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.

Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

CSU, Chico's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person at CSU, Chico Police Department or by calling 530-898-5555. It is also available on the web at Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.

Advertised: Sep 23 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 14 2026 Pacific Daylight Time