What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Technician Senior - EOPS (IN-HOUSE ONLY) position at Coast Community College District?
(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)
IN-HOUSE ONLY:
This position is open to internal (permanent and temporary) Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time.
About Golden West College
Located in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, Golden West College is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California. The college is highly regarded for academic quality and innovation. In its earliest years, the college was recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its student body and continues that tradition to this day.
Golden West College (GWC) has an unwavering commitment to quality education; equitable outcomes; inclusive practices; and racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity. Ideal candidates for all positions at our college share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Currently, our college enrolls approximately 11,000 students per term; 34.2% are Latinx, 31.8% are Asian, 22.4% are White, 1.8% are African American, 0.5% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 4.8% are multiracial. GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). GWC engages in regular professional development opportunities and partnerships so that we can best serve disproportionately impacted groups. Activities and connections include GWC's partnership with student and employee involvement in organizations like Puente, Student Veterans, and Gay Lesbian Alternative Straight Alliance (GLASA); a robust District Ally training program, including UndocuAlly (undocumented students), SafeZone (LGBTQ), Vet Net (veterans), and Ability Ally; and other equity minded programs; and a full calendar of culturally responsive events.
D.E.I.A - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
At Golden West College we are committed to providing high quality education and equitable outcomes through inclusive practices that support and celebrate everyone. We welcome candidates that share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Please visit the links below to learn more information about GWC:
- Mission, Vison and Values
- GWC Strategic Plan 2025-2029
- GWC Employee-Student Demographics
- Student Equity and Achievement Program
Distinguishing Career Features
of generally accepted accounting practices and will have competency in allocating transactions to proper account codes (strings), process approved journal adjustments to general ledger, and accounting for enterprise or categorical funds. Accounting Technician – Senior will have competency in budget line item transfers that comply with fund requirements and journal entries to general ledger. They will also have competency in revenue stream accounting, budget administration, and support to preparation audit documentation supporting financial statements. Advancement to Accounting Analyst is possible based on need, compliance with the job qualifications, and the ability to perform special studies, process full general ledger accounting adjustments, and be responsible for portions of the District’s accounting systems.
The Department
The EOPS department at Golden West College provides comprehensive support services to students who face economic, educational, and social barriers to success. Through programs such as EOPS, CARE, NextUp/Guardian Scholars, and CalWORKs, the department offers counseling, financial assistance, and personalized support to help students achieve their educational and career goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Maintains accounting records of assigned functions for all funding sources and/or clearing accounts.
2. Reconciles cash accounts, fund balances, vendor, and specific balance sheet asset accounts. Reviews revenue and expense accounts. Reclassifies accounting transactions into proper account classifications.
3. Reviews and analyzes transactions including those processed by others for accuracy, proper account coding or classification and allocation. Follows up with vendors, suppliers, and agencies to reconcile transactions.
4. Assists, and may facilitate certain aspects of the budget development process for all funding sources. Participates in certain aspects of its preparation, such as data collection and prior year performance analysis. Develops, updates, monitors, and tracks budgets for all assigned programs. Prepares and processes budget transfers, expenditure transfers for all department programs. Reviews and analyzes financial audit findings for accuracy and makes corrections as needed
5. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the regulations and reporting requirements and procedures connected with all funding sources. Provides technical assistance to staff on financial matters relating to programs.
6. Prepares and processes accounts payable information to comply with various payment timetables. Verifies and reconciles documentation of merchandise and services received against claims, invoices, purchase orders, and packing slips.
7. Receives cash and cash equivalent from a variety of sources. Verifies amounts and balances to supporting documentation. Enters information into appropriate accounts as required. Prepares deposits and other transmittals.
8. Prepares, tracks, verifies, and reconciles accounts receivable transactions. May recommend remedial action, write-off of account balances, or settlements negotiated to resolve account disputes and delinquencies.
9. Reconciles and compiles periodic reports to show statistics such as cash receipts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Traces transactions through previous accounting actions to identify and correct discrepancies.
10. Identifies, verifies, and corrects standardized account codes, budget authorization, and available and qualifying budgets.
11. Assists others with resolving problems with accounting transactions and adjustments such as credit memoranda, undocumented purchases and invoices, goods and services not received, returned or refund checks.
12. Facilitates and prepares line item transfers. Reviews expense and other requisitions for compliance with applicable standards, rules and regulations, and approved budgets, analyzing variances and resolves variances with appropriate managers. Monitors expenditures of funds carried over from prior fiscal periods.
13. Provides technical support to departments accessing computerized accounting systems and databases that contain financial and statistical information.
14. Prepares and submits department employee's Personnel Action Form (EPAFs) into Banner for payroll purposes. Audits employee’s timecards to ensure work hours reported to an appropriate budget numbers.
15. Participates in the preparation of periodic financial reports for all funding sources. Assists with opening and closing of financial records based on fiscal year.
16. May participate with input of budget data. Complies with established procedures for specialized budgets. Analyzes budget reports to ensure expenditures do not exceed appropriations. Enters pre-encumbered funds to the automated accounting system.
17. May maintain a position control system, as it relates to specific funds. Monitors allocation of positions to ensure compliance with all funding sources.
18. May direct the work of other classified staff in lower classifications.
19. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
20. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics. Knowledge and Skills
1. The position requires considerable knowledge of the principles and procedures of accounting, auditing, and finance with additional expertise in budget preparation and control.
2. Requires in-depth knowledge of generally accepted financial processes and regulations and controls applying to assigned financial operations.
3. Requires a working knowledge of audit documentation requirements.
4. Requires in-depth knowledge of automated accounting systems and relational databases used for storing and linking accounting data.
5. Requires a basic knowledge of the practices and techniques in accumulating accounting information, including allocation of accounting data to determine standard costs or rates.
6. Requires a working knowledge of the financial management, control, and reporting processes associated with all funding sources.
7. Requires well-developed math skills to perform complex accounting and statistical computations.
8. Requires sufficient language skills to prepare reports suitable for publication.
9. Requires well-developed human relation skills to explain detailed information in small group settings and work with staff in advisory capacity.
Abilities
1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to apply accounting controls, rules, and procedures, and perform accounting tests.
3. Requires the ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret accounting data.
4. Requires the ability to maintain accurate and retrievable files, records, audit trails and trace transactions to original entries.
5. Requires the ability to perform accounting and general math computations quickly and accurately.
6. Requires the ability to set up complete fund accounts and prepare financial statements.
7. Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and timetables.
8. Requires the ability to work cooperatively with individuals and work teams within and outside the department, including vendors.
9. Requires the ability to access and use a computer, common office productivity software, and specialized accounting software to access databases.
Physical Abilities
1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law
Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, D.E.I.A
The position typically requires an Associate’s degree in accounting business administration plus 4-5 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting, fund accounting, in a financial record keeping capacity. Additional relevant experience may substitute for some higher education. Or, any combination of education and
experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred.
Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom and campus
Licenses and Certificates
May require a valid driver license.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment with minimal exposure to health and safety considerations
This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.
ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) to check if your application may be impacted. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716.
Application Requirements
To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at http://www.cccd.edu/employment by the application deadline: 11:59PM Monday, June 22, 2026.
Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).
- A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
- A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience.
- A Cover Letter detailing your experience related to the role.
- Responses to Supplemental Questions (Please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).
Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing jobs@cccd.edu or by calling 714.438.4716.
- Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employees and dependents
- 21 paid holidays
- Cumulative sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Longevity salary programs
- PERS/STRS retirement plans
- Deferred compensation/457 plans
- Employee Assistance Program
Employment Information
- Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
- The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
- The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
- Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
- Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
- Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.
Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline, Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College.
Coast Community College District Title IX
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The 2025 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety provides the crime statistics for calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024, which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.
Salary : $70,795 - $95,447