Accounting Manager
$5,000,000–$5,000,000 year
On-sitePomona, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee general accounting functions including bookkeeping, general ledger postings, inter-fund transfers, and monthly and year-end closing processes. Ensure financial transactions comply with ASI, CSU, and State policies while managing payroll entry, fixed assets, and cash flow planning. Lead the coordination of internal and external audits, tax reporting, and the development of policies impacting the General Accounting unit. Supervise one part-time supervisor, one part-time lead assistant, and three part-time assistants, providing performance management, training, and technical guidance on accounting standards. Submit timely financial reports to stakeholders, the Board of Directors, and federal agencies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or a closely related field
- Minimum 4-7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including reconciliations, financial and regulatory reporting, and training
- Minimum 4-7 years leading others; 2-4 years of progressive supervision
- At least 2-4 years overseeing the work tasks of others
- Working knowledge of auxiliary accounting methods and related rules, regulations, and procedures
- Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and proven ability to establish proper internal controls and procedures
- Considerable knowledge of accounting theories, statistical and research methods, and fiscal reporting
- Considerable knowledge of audit and tax requirements and preparation
- Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques to evaluate complex accounting problems, understand and apply applicable rules and regulations
- Knowledge and ability to develop and implement effective and efficient processes, procedures, and solutions
- Ability to plan, direct, and review a variety of accounting and related activities and meet important deadlines
- Ability to analyze financial and statistical data and prepare comprehensive financial reports with a high level of accuracy
- Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, CSU and ASI policies and procedures
- Possess analytical skills with the ability to identify and analyze issues to develop, recommend, and evaluate solutions
- General knowledge of the principles of personnel management and supervision and ability to effectively utilize management skills
- Ability to change priorities when needed to meet changing and overlapping deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse students, staff, faculty, and community members in a courteous manner with emphasis on customer service
- Effective interpersonal skills with the proven ability to guide others in a highly collaborative manner
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
- Technical fluency with computer skills using standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and databases
- Knowledge of Great Plains or other ERP financial system
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and exercise judgment
- Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within a university or nonprofit environment preferred
- Certified Public Accounting (CPA) designation or progress towards CPA licensure, preferred
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