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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Accounting Technician performs activities related to the accurate and timely processing of a full range of payroll related transactions for staff and student employees. The incumbent maintains data integrity in PeopleSoft database.

• Analyzes documents, verifies and audits information as needed, and enters data in PeopleSoft; understands and independently applies policies and administrative guidelines and collective bargaining agreements.
• Calculates all variations of payroll for a portion of 250 employees to include: intermittent pay, student assistant, shift differential, alternate day off, and CTO or overtime.
• Interfaces with others to resolve questions, inconsistencies in work product, and/or missing data; acts as the primary timekeeper for Physical Plant Management (PPM); performs a variety of accounting tasks and functions in support of Financial Services
• 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; 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 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3512 - $4200 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3512 - $5830 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• No content is listed in the posting regarding telecommuting

General Information

• Applications received through February 29, 2024 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is 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.