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Major Duties

Under the supervision of the Executive Director for Student Housing & Residential Life, the Accounting Support Specialist performs general accounting duties for Student Housing which has an operating budget of over $28M annually. The incumbent provides accounting support, performing the following duties with accuracy, independence, originality, and discretionary decision-making.

• Applies accounting principles and practices to the resolution of a variety of accounting processes, functions and/or problems.
• Responsible for financial reports and statements and/or analysis, accounts payables, purchasing, maintenance and reconciliation of complex financial records for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviews financial information for department budgets to generate monthly financial status reports and projections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to three years of full-time, progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience that has provided the knowledge and abilities listed OR any equivalent combination of college education in a job related field and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping methods, procedures, and practices; arithmetic; and general office procedures. General knowledge of governmental financial record-keeping methods.
• Ability and specialized skills to: review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards; compute and post figures rapidly and accurately; maintain files and records; identify, trace, and correct errors; follow directions; interpret and apply written rules and regulations; operate standard office machines; apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of complex accounting problems.
• Ability to: analyze and interpret accounting data; prepare clear and accurate financial statements and reports; work independently; make sound decisions and recommendations regarding activities; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: Accounting Technician II / 1741 / grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3688 - $4006 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3688 - $6122 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

General Information

• This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a '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 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, covered military and veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.