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STAFF ACCOUNTANT - Riverside California
Company: University of California Office of the President Location: Riverside, California
Posted On: 04/19/2024
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: Jobs at UCOPPosition Base Riverside Location UCPath CenterUCPATH CENTERAt the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Learn more about the UC Office of the PresidentThe UCPath Center is the University of California's shared services center in Riverside, CA. The UCPath Center manages the payroll, benefits, and other human resources transactions for more than 200,000 UC employees working across ten UC campuses, five medical centers, three national labs and more. The staff at the UCPath Center work in a variety of areas including business operations, customer service, quality management, technology, training, human resources and communications. Learn more about the UCPath CenterPosition Summary The incumbent uses accounting concepts as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of accounting practices and organizational policies and procedures to resolve complex assignments where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors and multiple sources. The Staff Accountant exercises judgment within defined accounting procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. The Accountant receives general instructions on complex new assignments and initiatives. The incumbent demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. As a part of a new shared service center, the Accountant may initially assist in building out a broader scope of needed financial services. Key Responsibilities 20% Interprets, streamlines and formats large amounts of financial data in an organized manner. Provides detailed analysis of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.25% Prepares journal entries, maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, including, but not limited to payroll liability accounts. Prepares queries and financial reports for various departments and answer questions related to the general ledger.15% Ensures compliance, performs risk assessment and conducts internal audits, as well as supports the system-wide internal auditors and external auditors. Creates, reviews and documents internal controls as they pertain to shared service center transactions.20% Uses various general accounting systems within UCPath for daily accounting responsibilities and research.10% Performs account analysis, prepares account reconciliations, statements and reports. Plans, coordinates and resolves accounting matters with other Accounting department members, departments, locations and divisions.10% Provides analysis on various accounting issues and prepares complex accounting projects.Experience Required Qualifications Min 5 years in Accounting, Finance or related experienceSkills and Abilities Required Qualifications |
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