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San José State University · 1 day ago

Accountant II

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$6,698/mo - $6,832/mo

2+ years exp

San José State University is seeking an Accountant II who will perform the full range of professional accounting work, focusing on Federal and State Financial Aid programs. The role involves ensuring compliance with accounting standards, developing financial statements, and providing consultative services to campus administrators.

Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Ensuring that assigned accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and general accounting standards

Correcting and reconciling account balances to external data

Identifying actual or potential problems and recommending corrective or preventative action

Developing financial statements and reports

Predicting the effects of change in operating programs

Interpreting new and existing federal and state regulations relative to their assigned area of responsibility

Providing consultative services to campus administrators in resolving accounting problems

Recommending changes to and assisting with the documentation and maintenance of business processes, standards and procedures

Proactively manage due dates for areas of responsibility, providing training, guidance, and assistance to other employees

Providing work directions to other professional and technical staff

Cross train as needed to assist other Accountant II positions

Qualification

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)FederalState Financial Aid reportingOracle PeopleSoft ERPFinancial Aid AccountingAnalytical skillsCommunication skills

Required

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities

Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience

Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet, software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of record management systems

Working knowledge of federal and state student financial aid reporting requirements

Ability to analyze financial and statistical data to draw conclusions

Ability to present statistical and mathematical data

Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside the organization, including conveying technical information to non-accountants

Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data and prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports

Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner