Job Title
Back Office Cashier
Classification
Accounting Technician II
AutoReqId
540294
Department
Student Business Services
Sub-Division
Business and Administration Services
Salary Range
Classification Range $3,688 - $6,122 per month
(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,688 - $4,000 per month)
Appointment Type
Ongoing
Time Base
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About CSUFStanding on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.
Job SummaryIt is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
About The PositionStudent Business Services is part of the Division of Administration and Finance. We operate as our university's cashiers and collect, allocate, and safeguard funds between students, banks, other departments, and various external sources. Account specialists are available to offer private consultation and personalized meetings to find payment solutions. Our customer service centers are ready to answer inquiries about student financial accounts and other related issues. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Back Office Cashier (Accounting Technician II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
The Accounting Technician II works in the Cashier's Office. Reporting to the Associate Director of Student Business Services, the Accounting Technician II performs diverse duties involving a wide range of procedures and knowledge and obtains clarification from the lead or supervisor when more extensive skills and knowledge are required. Responsibilities include but are not limited to evaluating incoming checks and corresponding with departments on the origin of such checks. Processes petty cash reconciliation and reorders cash. Deposits checks electronically and processes all checks from departments. Creates Cashier Statistics logs, dishonored check logs, hand receipt inventory logs, and monitors incoming mail. Processes fee receipts. Process Tax Documents for the Controller's Office. Research old data on microfiche and legacy computer systems. Creates and monitors scholarship process to interface with Student Accounts. Generates daily reports to verify deposit balance with actual cash collected. Verifies accuracy of deposits. Submits check requests for credit card merchant fees. Provides guidance and training to team members on cash handling procedures, reconciliation processes, and other essential tasks within the Cashier's Office. Offers ongoing support and feedback to facilitate the professional development of colleagues. Assists with modifying and documenting internal procedures for the Cashier's Office, as needed. Approves refund files and checks greater than a specific dollar amount but defers to management with unique or complex scenarios. Other duties as assigned.
Essential QualificationsEquivalent to three years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices. Must be able to apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of basic accounting problems; analyze and interpret accounting data; apply problem solving techniques in finding solutions to basic accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; use current computer word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems, such as student accounting, cashiering and student financial aid; work independently; and make sound decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Preferred QualificationsPrevious cashiering, bank teller, or retail experience and strong customer service orientation and experience. Previous cash handling experience and knowledge of 10-key by touch. Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Previous PeopleSoft experience in Student Financials functionality and Cashnet payment processing in the CSU or university environment is highly desirable. Ability to work in a public service environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Special Working Conditions
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
Additional Information
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.
Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).
Hiring Preference
On-Campus CSUEU Employees