Junior Accountant

About the role

The Office of Sponsored Research & Programs at California State University, Dominguez Hills Toro Auxiliary Partners (TAP) is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support sponsored research and grant-funded programs.

Responsibilities

• Process chargeback invoices, stipends/scholarships, reimbursements (including mileage), Payment Requests with invoice, and invoices related to Purchase Orders.
• Process Travel Requests and Travel Expense Claims.
• Weed transactions.
• Weekly EFT/check run.
• Maintain proper documentation and process accounts receivable invoice transactions.
• Work with Post Award personnel, enter and apply cash receipts to the appropriate grants.
• Record and maintain proper documentation for all advance payments (unearned revenue).
• Process deposits including checks and electronic receipts.
• Monitor bank accounts for all incoming ACH and wire transactions and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Complete bank reconciliation. Prepare any necessary journal entries, including but not limited to recording credit card fees, bank service charges, returned checks, and void checks.
• Calculate, review, and enter the monthly grant indirect costs journal entry.
• Calculate, review, and enter the monthly grant gross revenues journal entry.
• Prepare monthly deferred income entries (unearned revenue/liabilities) and reconcile deferred income.
• Ensure compliance with FASB GAAP, GASB, OMB, and CSU policies and procedures.
• Prepare and review journal entries including accruals, deferrals, allocations, fixed assets/depreciation, transfers, and adjusting entries.
• Maintain, review, analyze, and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Resolve discrepancies.
• Aid with month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare schedules and perform reconciliations.
• Complete and file quarterly sales and use tax returns with the California Department of Tax and Fees Administration.
• Aid with annual audits by preparing documentation, schedules, and responding to auditor requests.
• Provide guidance to departments regarding proper accounting treatment and process.
• Cook with principal investigators, procurement, and other staff as necessary to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field.
• One (1) year of professional accounting experience preferred.
• Recent graduates with strong academic performance are encouraged to apply.
• Experience using ERP or accounting software (SAP, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience with grant or nonprofit accounting.
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Experience working in higher education.
• Familiarity with sponsored research administration.
• Experience with Finance Enterprise or any other accounting software.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and a highly attractive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

$26.00 to $30.00 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule with two days remote after successful completion of the probation period.