General Accountant 4 Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 70279)

Description

Job Description

UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is an entity with operations located in 58 county offices, on multiple campuses, with nine research and extension centers throughout the State of California. UC ANR is the land grant arm of the University of California, which employs over 1,600 academic and staff personnel, and receives approximately $250 million in funding.

Under general direction, the Accountant 4 uses advanced accounting concepts and ANR systemwide organizational objectives to resolve highly complex issues affecting division wide financial compliance and reporting. Performs work of considerable difficulty consolidating, reconciling, and preparing reports of ANR operations with varying detail from multiple campus general ledgers and the Corporate Financial System.

Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, completing analyses and developing recommendations. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, with general instructions provided on new or unique accounting assignments. Interacts with senior ANR leadership, including the Vice President of Business Operations, as well as external personnel on significant matters affecting the Division.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

The home department for this position is Financial Services. While this position normally is based at 1111 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements, for applicants living in the State of California, at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. 

Pay Scale: $85,800/year to $122,000/year

Job Posting Close Date: 
This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 6/28/2024.

Key Responsibilities:

15%

Systems Development - Participates in the development and implementation of systemwide financial information, payroll and personnel, and general ledger systems.

15%

Reconciliations - With minimal direction from Financial Services Director, independently prepares highly complex reconciliations of ANR Federal, State, and University funds on multiple UC campuses. Consolidates ANR general ledger data from multiple campus general ledgers to one general ledger. Prepares associated reconciliations and elimination journal entries as necessary.

10%

Compliance - Monitors ANR financial compliance with Federal and State regulations and University policies and procedures using a variety of tools including data analytics. Identifies issues and takes appropriate actions and/or makes necessary recommendations. Provides training and assistance on the use of various campus and UC Office of the President financial information systems. Answers financial policy and procedure questions from ANR administrative and program units.

20%

Audit - Assists in responding to financial audit requests from internal and external auditors.

20%

Financial Management Reports - With minimal direction, independently prepares ANR financial management reports of a highly complex nature from multiple campus and UCOP information systems for presentation to ANR senior leaders and other stakeholders. Maintains ANR chart of accounts and updates account mapping.

20%

Federal Reports - Responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal reports, including Agricultural Experiment Station Funds, Federal Formula Funds, Special Project Funds, and the Federal Retirement System

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related area and at least six years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
• Experience and demonstrated in-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories, principles, and practices (GAAP) as they apply to a wide variety of accounting transactions and fiscal troubleshooting. Thorough knowledge of reconciliation processes, the accounting cycle, financial statements, SAS, internal controls, and GASB Statements.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and coordinate complex accounting functions with multiple locations. Skills to analyze and reconcile large volumes of financial data.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills as demonstrated by the ability to gather relevant data, perform analyses, identify trends, and make recommendations to resolve accounting issues.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, translate, document, and implement new and/or revised complex accounting pronouncements issued by GASB, as well as standard accounting procedures. Ability to interpret conflicting regulations and determine order of precedence in application.
• Experience and demonstrated skills using PC-based tools and online financial systems to perform transactions, monitor financial status, query, analyze and forecast financial data, and prepare management level reports. Ability to use financial tools to improve processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail as demonstrated by the ability to consistently prepare and review financial transactions, ensuring correct coding of data and discerning data anomalies with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written skills as demonstrated by the ability to articulate ideas and issues clearly, concisely, and persuasively. Ability to effectively communicate complex policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and other staff members at UCOP and campus locations, and to respond positively and proactively to customer service needs and problems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated organizational skills including ability to efficiently prioritize workload to meet deadlines in an environment of multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and other standard office applications

Preferred Skills:

• Professional certification preferred.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
• The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.
• As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) brings the power of University of California research and education to all 58 California counties. Through research and extension in agriculture, natural resources, economic growth, nutrition, and youth development, we work to improve the life of every Californian.

Collaborating to solve problems.

Connecting to serve communities.

For over 100 years, our advisors, specialists, faculty and staff have been committed to connecting Californians to their land grant university. We are highly collaborative and mission-driven to promote the health and well-being of people and places across the state. We are also trusted partners with hundreds of community organizations in addressing California's most pressing challenges.

UC ANR is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

This position will promote, in all ways consistent with the other responsibilities of the position, accomplishment of the Affirmative Action goals established by the Division.  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.  Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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Employment applications must be submitted online through our careers site.  Please note, we do not accept resumes or applications by email or on paper.