Penn Foster
General Accountant III
Penn Foster, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
General Accountant III
Location:
Remote
Job ID:
51279
JOB POSTING
NOTIFICATIONS
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
The IRD for this job is:
04-12-2023
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Extramural Funds (EMF) administers the post award accounting for approximately 1200 contracts and grants. Under the general supervision of the EMF Director, the incumbent is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, and billing of various federal, state, and private extramural awards.
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent uses professional accounting concepts as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of accounting practices and organizational policies and procedures to resolve complex assignments.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary:
$73,850 / Annually.
No. of Positions:
1
Benefits Level Eligibility:
Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification:
This is a Career appointment
Work Location:
Remote
Union Representation:
Non-Represented
Job Code Classification:
007735 (GEN ACCOUNTANT 3)
Travel:
Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
Responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, and billing of various federal, state, and private extramural awards.
Ensures Compliance with the UCSC effort reporting system (ERS).
Performs general ledger reconciliations and prepares adjusting journals.
Collects and tracks receivables and prepares refunds to award sponsors when necessary.
Works with campus departments to timely eliminate fund overdrafts and closeout awards.
Works with campus departments and awarding agencies to ensure timely collection of billings.
Reviews and interprets provisions of federal, state, local government and private extramural awards.
Coordinates efforts between campus departments, awarding agencies, and other university offices.
Prepares interim and final financial status reports for contracts and grants.
Works with campus departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of final financial reports.
Performs letter of credit drawdown for various agencies as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Thorough knowledge of accounting function and assignments.
Ability to independently gather, organize, and perform accounting-related analysis.
Proven ability to effectively present information in writing and verbally.
Thorough knowledge of financial transactions and systems.
Thorough knowledge of common desktop / web applications.
Ability to work as part of a team, and to utilize ethical discretion and good judgment.
Ability to prepare legible records with strict attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize workload and successfully undertake multiple concurrent responsibilities.
Ability to interpret, apply and ensure compliance with EMF, University, Federal and/or State agency policies.
Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive analyses of complex policies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of college and university fund accounting.
Demonstrated experience with post-award grant administration.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse environment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
Ability to work long periods of time at a computer.
Must be able to work remotely from a home office.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames.
Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures.
HOW TO APPLY
Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening.
EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Location:
Remote
Job ID:
51279
JOB POSTING
NOTIFICATIONS
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
The IRD for this job is:
04-12-2023
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Extramural Funds (EMF) administers the post award accounting for approximately 1200 contracts and grants. Under the general supervision of the EMF Director, the incumbent is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, and billing of various federal, state, and private extramural awards.
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent uses professional accounting concepts as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of accounting practices and organizational policies and procedures to resolve complex assignments.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary:
$73,850 / Annually.
No. of Positions:
1
Benefits Level Eligibility:
Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification:
This is a Career appointment
Work Location:
Remote
Union Representation:
Non-Represented
Job Code Classification:
007735 (GEN ACCOUNTANT 3)
Travel:
Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
Responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, and billing of various federal, state, and private extramural awards.
Ensures Compliance with the UCSC effort reporting system (ERS).
Performs general ledger reconciliations and prepares adjusting journals.
Collects and tracks receivables and prepares refunds to award sponsors when necessary.
Works with campus departments to timely eliminate fund overdrafts and closeout awards.
Works with campus departments and awarding agencies to ensure timely collection of billings.
Reviews and interprets provisions of federal, state, local government and private extramural awards.
Coordinates efforts between campus departments, awarding agencies, and other university offices.
Prepares interim and final financial status reports for contracts and grants.
Works with campus departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of final financial reports.
Performs letter of credit drawdown for various agencies as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Thorough knowledge of accounting function and assignments.
Ability to independently gather, organize, and perform accounting-related analysis.
Proven ability to effectively present information in writing and verbally.
Thorough knowledge of financial transactions and systems.
Thorough knowledge of common desktop / web applications.
Ability to work as part of a team, and to utilize ethical discretion and good judgment.
Ability to prepare legible records with strict attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize workload and successfully undertake multiple concurrent responsibilities.
Ability to interpret, apply and ensure compliance with EMF, University, Federal and/or State agency policies.
Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive analyses of complex policies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of college and university fund accounting.
Demonstrated experience with post-award grant administration.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse environment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
Ability to work long periods of time at a computer.
Must be able to work remotely from a home office.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames.
Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures.
HOW TO APPLY
Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening.
EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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