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Position Number: 5138854
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Accounting Technician, Senior

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 4/15/2024

Position Number: 00120136

Location: San Diego Mesa College

Position Type: Classified

The Position:
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Closing Date: 04/15/2024 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Accounting Technician, Senior Working Title Senior Accounting Technician Recruitment Limits Location San Diego Mesa College Pay Information Range 23 ($5,448.21- $6,814.00) per month based on the 2024 Classified salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step F ($5,448.21). Step placement is non-negotiable. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: 00120136 FLSA Status Non-Exempt (accrues overtime) Position Type Classified Bargaining Unit AFT - Classified Professionals Range 23 Department Business Services The Position From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:

San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for classified positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students. As the "Leading College of Equity & Excellence", we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and work together to create successful pathways for all of our students.

As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state of the art facilities, and a world-class faculty and staff. For 60 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelor's Degree, to the number of students transferred and graduating with an Associate Degree.

We are adding new staff, faculty and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future. Candidates who believe that they can demonstrate a commitment to equity and excellence by creating the conditions that matter for our students to succeed are encouraged to apply.

Applications are currently being accepted for Senior Accounting Technician in the Business Services department, located at San Diego Mesa College. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department's needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor. Classification Description Click here for description.

If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. Desired Qualifications Knowledge:

Procedures, policies, rules, and practices affecting the development, maintenance, and control of the budgeting and accounting system.
Practices of financial and statistical record-keeping, including accounting and bookkeeping systems which are maintained on data processing.
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Record-keeping techniques.
Reading and writing communication skills.
District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Oral and written communications skills.

Skills and Abilities:

Perform a wide variety of paraprofessional accounting work.
Prepare clear and accurate financial statements/reports.
Analyze accounting data.
Analyze situation independently and adopt effective course of action.
Perform customer service work in a high-volume environment.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Work independently with little direction.
Work confidentially with discretion.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Plan and organize work.
Train and provide work direction to assigned personnel.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application. Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Special Instructions to Applicants: To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to resumes or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

Complete online application;
Cover letter;
Resume; AND
Three Professional References listed within the online application.

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you've written, etc.). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted.Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via e-mail.All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND
Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.
Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. Additional Information: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment. Posting Number CL01635

Major Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge:

Procedures, policies, rules, and practices affecting the development, maintenance, and control of the budgeting and accounting system.
Practices of financial and statistical record-keeping, including accounting and bookkeeping systems which are maintained on data processing.
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Record-keeping techniques.
Reading and writing communication skills.
District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Oral and written communications skills.

Skills and Abilities:

Perform a wide variety of paraprofessional accounting work.
Prepare clear and accurate financial statements/reports.
Analyze accounting data.
Analyze situation independently and adopt effective course of action.
Perform customer service work in a high-volume environment.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Work independently with little direction.
Work confidentially with discretion.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Plan and organize work.
Train and provide work direction to assigned personnel.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Licenses:

Pay Information:
Range 23 ($5,448.21- $6,814.00) per month based on the 2024 Classified salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step F ($5,448.21). Step placement is non-negotiable. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.