Accountant II (Temp)

About the role

The University Controller’s Office is responsible for maintaining the University’s general and subsidiary ledgers for all operating and self-supporting funds. The University Controller’s Office oversees and coordinates the reconciliation and reporting of all University financial transactions. Additional oversight includes expenditure transactions processed within Accounts Payable; cash receipts, student reconciliations and records, financial aid disbursement transactions, and collection activity managed by the University Bursar’s Office.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple accounting functions to identify and resolve discrepancies, perform complex reconciliations and analysis, support month-end and year-end activities, assist with implementation-related cleanup efforts, improve business processes, and provide backup support to ensure continuity of operations during this transition period.
• Support a variety of accounting activities, including general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, transaction analysis, issue resolution, and other accounting operations as departmental priorities evolve.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to apply accounting principles to complex financial transactions, reconciliations, and issue resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research, reconcile, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets, financial systems, reporting tools, and other technologies for managing and analyzing financial data.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable accounting policies, regulations, and internal controls.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and balance implementation-related projects with ongoing operational responsibilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively and explain financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar ERP platforms.
• Governmental, public sector, higher education, or other highly regulated accounting experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to apply accounting principles to complex financial transactions, reconciliations, and issue resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research, reconcile, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets, financial systems, reporting tools, and other technologies for managing and analyzing financial data.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable accounting policies, regulations, and internal controls.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and balance implementation-related projects with ongoing operational responsibilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively and explain financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar ERP platforms.
• Governmental, public sector, higher education, or other highly regulated accounting experience is preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets, financial systems, reporting tools, and other technologies
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable accounting policies, regulations, and internal controls
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with enterprise financial systems

Benefits

• Generous Time Off
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Pay

Compensation Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 11 ($6,312) for highly qualified candidates.

Schedule

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.