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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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