District Office Accounting Specialist

District Office Accounting Specialist 

Closing Date: 

Location: District

Pay Information: 

Range 27 ($5,353.79- $8,046.06) per month based on the current https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/employee relations/Salary Schedules/Classified Salary Schedule 2024.pdf.

• New employees will begin on Step C ($5,353.79)

• Salary negotiation is not allowed.

• Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA .

• This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime).

• Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE ) and all eligible dependents.

• A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment.

The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/employee-relations/collective-bargaining-agreements.aspx, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits

Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 

No. Months: 12

Position Number: 007363

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)

Position Type: Classified

Bargaining Unit: AFT - Classified Professionals

Range: 27

Department: People, Culture, & Tech Services

The Position: 

Applications are currently being accepted for District Office Accounting Specialist in the Payroll Office, located at the District Office in Mission Valley. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm with remote work flexibility. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor. 

Classification Description: 

Click https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Office Technical/District Office Accounting Specialist.pdf for description. Link: https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Office Technical/District Office Accounting Specialist.pdf. 

If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP , Workday, PeopleSoft).

• At least 2-4 years of progressive experience with US payroll (processing, validation, tax compliance, wage attachments, adjustments, year-end processing, periodic reporting, supplemental payrolls, etc.) required, with five or more years preferred.

• 2-4 years of experience in tax and/or payroll tax, experience with resolving federal and state payroll tax notices and/or amendments, multi-state payroll taxation experience a plus.

Foreign Degree: 

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services http://www.naces.org/members.html or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC .https://www.acei-global.org/evaluation-services/. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application. 

Commitment to Diversity: 

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Click https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspxfor the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedureshttps://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx(Link: https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx) 

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA ), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee. 

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email. 

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;

• Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;

• Resume; AND

• Three (3) Professional References listed within the application.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments): 

Posting: Friday, March 20, 2026

Closing: Open until filled

First “Soft” Closing: Monday, April 8, 2026 at noon Orientation: Wednesday, April 15 at 11am Screening: April 15 – April 22 Tally: Thursday, April 23 at 11am First Interviews: Monday, May 4, 2026 from 8-5 (via Zoom) 2nd Interviews: Friday, May 8, 2026 from 12 – 4 in person Projected start date: Monday, June 1, 2026 

Conditions of Employment: 

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT : 

• Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);

• 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 District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND ,

• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement or http://www.calstrs.com/general-information/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements website for further information. 

Additional Information: 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents

* $50,000 group term life insurance

* 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off

* Tuition reimbursement

* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)

* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 27.05% 

Posting Number: CL01892

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/7018249 

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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