Manager, Campus Accounting

Manager, Campus Accounting
North Orange County Community College District
Position Number: 2015270P

Location:

Cypress College
Department: CC Campus Accounting
Percentage of Employment: 100%
Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year

Work Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (some flexibility evenings and weekends may be required)

• Perform accounting functions for assigned funds and accounts; review financial transactions and records to assure solvency and compliance with District procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Participate in the preparation of assigned campus budgets; monitor expenditures and other account activities.
• Direct the collection, accounting and disbursement of fees and other monies in accordance with established policies and procedures; monitor cash balances and manage the short‑ and long‑term investment of funds.
• Assist in the management of business activities related to campus athletic programs and auxiliary services.
• Analyze and review accounting procedures and processes; formulate and implement changes and revisions as needed to assure effective and efficient operations.
• Perform fiscal and administrative analyses to evaluate operational effectiveness; provide assistance and technical expertise to campus and District personnel.
• Direct the preparation, distribution and interpretation of financial statements and reports; prepare and review financial documents including vouchers, billings, bank statements and others; reconcile accounts and post entries to general ledgers.
• Train, supervise, evaluate and direct the work of personnel as assigned; participate in selection and hiring processes.
• Plan, organize and arrange appropriate training and staff development activities; provide orientation for new employees.
• Organize, attend or chair meetings as required; serve on committees and special projects as assigned; coordinate programs and services with other District and college personnel.
• Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties efficiently and timely.
• Provide leadership in District/College efforts to increase diversity of faculty and staff, to address student achievement gaps, and in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Assist and promote the growth and success of a diverse population of students and employees through the development of interculturally competent and equity‑minded management and leadership abilities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Under the direction of the chief business officer, this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the management of campus budget and fiscal operations.

The Manager, Campus Accounting maintains frequent contact with various departments, staff and outside agencies.

• Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to governmental agencies.
• Knowledge of California Education Code and Title 5 requirements relating to budget and accounting.
• Knowledge of the Community College Budget and Accounting Manual.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of appropriate software and databases.
• Knowledge of record‑keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess, analyze, implement and evaluate research project activities.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Strong analytical and computational…