Senior Accounting & Business Services Specialist

 

Job Summary

Under the oversight of the Director of Administrative Services, the Senior Accounting and Business Services Specialist oversees a variety of broad and complex financial, accounting and budgeting services related to trust, bond, general fund, and auxiliary accounts. Provides lead group direction and day-to-day financial oversight of budget, payroll, accounting, project accounting, procurement, and cost recovery. Provides strategic leadership and analysis in the utilization of information systems within the department and input to recommended policies that have a major operational impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provides recording and reporting of accounting and financial transactions, ensuring that all fiscal operations are in compliance with CSU and Campus requirements
• Administers and processes escrow agreements on all Public Works contracts and approves the request to State Treasurer for contractor payment; audits, prepares financial reports for submission to the Chancellor’s Office
• Oversees internal department procurement requirements and is a liaison between University Purchasing, Accounting, and Accounts Payable departments
• Provides work lead direction and supervisory oversight to a professional of five staff while participating in the work
• Exercises discretion and independent judgment in setting priorities, determining methods and troubleshooting issues for others
• Provides leadership and support for departments in understanding and maximizing CMS system functions
• Interprets new and existing federal and state regulations and their effect on areas of assigned responsibility

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex principles and practices of fiscal management
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner
• High proficiency in PC compatible software programs such as Word, EXCEL and Access
• Ability to use persuasion and negotiation skills to build consensus to achieve short-and long-term goals and objectives
• Ability to analyze computerized accounting records, and to research and correct computer data errors
• Thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft financials module
• Ability to develop, design databases, and create reports

 

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training
• Six years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting experience preferred in construction management, facilities management, and/or governmental accounting
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience
• Work experience in a State, College, or University setting OR within a large, complex business setting

 

Compensation

Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Exempt III
Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,490/month - $9,465/month
CSU Salary Range: $6,322/month - $12,285/month

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

 

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

This position is open until filled.

 

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

 

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