Hope International University · 1 week ago
Staff Accountant
Fullerton, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$52K/yr - $65K/yr
0+ years expHope International University is seeking a Staff Accountant to prepare and perform routine accounting functions for various funds and assist with the budgeting and annual audit process. The role involves month-end and year-end closing processes, preparing journal entries, and conducting financial reconciliations.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assists with month-end and year-end closing processes
Prepare monthly journal entries to include accruals, amortizations, deferrals and allocations
Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, P&L variance analyses, and assist with preparing financial statements
Assist with Annual Audit preparation as requested
Assist with accounting software upgrade
Maintain accounting of miscellaneous receivables
Other projects and duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with an emphasis in accounting
Entry to Three years of related work experience or Graduate degree
Knowledge of the Principles of Fund Accounting and a high-level understanding of GAAP
Must have working knowledge of Word and Excel, as the University is standardized on Microsoft Office
Must have knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment
Excellent telephone and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to function consistently in multi-task mode
Problem-solving and prioritization skills are essential
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to concentrate within modular office surroundings
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changes
Must have adequate visual endurance and acuity to handle all accounting duties including proofreading
Extended intervals at a computer keyboard
Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
May require climbing stairs and walking to various offices on campus
Must embody Christian character and be actively involved in a local church
Preferred
Open to candidates currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting or Business
Preference for local candidates from Cal State Fullerton or nearby CSU campuses
Up to three years of accounting, school, or related experience (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Strong customer service mindset; friendly, professional, and detail-oriented
Comfortable multitasking, working with confidential information, and learning new systems
Must live within commuting distance of the University; no out-of-state applicants
Benefits
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
Hope International University
Hope International University (HIU) is a private Christian university founded in 1928.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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