Job description
Fullerton
529807 - Accounting Technician I
Probationary
Full-Time
July 13, 2023
July 27, 2023
Job Title
Accounting Technician I
Classification
Accounting Technician I
AutoReqId
529807
Department
Parking and Transportation
Sub-Division
Business and Administrative Services
Salary Range
Classification Range $3,345 - $5,249 per month
(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,345 - $3,821 per month)
Appointment Type
Ongoing
Time Base
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Schedule will vary according to department needs; occasional early morning, evening, and weekend hours, including work assignments at campus satellite locations (Visitor Information Centers).
About CSUF
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.
Job Summary
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
About the Position:
Parking & Transportation Services provides access to the campus through alternative commute options and parking programs that mitigate traffic congestion and improve air quality through the reduction of mobile source emissions. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Accounting Technician I. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Provides customer service, assists students, faculty, staff, and the general public regarding the University’s parking and transportation programs, rules and regulations. Sells and issues parking permits, transportation products, and accepts payments for parking ticket violations. Performs cashiering services, collecting and receipting parking and transportation fees and charges by entering data into an automated cashiering and parking management system. Accepts and processes written appeals for parking tickets, researches information on department parking management and cashiering systems. Provides clerical and administrative support, including data entry, answers telephone calls, resolves complaints, and responds to inquiries (verbally and in writing). Other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
Two years or the equivalent of general office, clerical or financial record-keeping experience or successful completion of a CSU campus training program in financial record keeping or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
General knowledge of financial record-keeping methods, procedures, and practices, arithmetic and general office procedures. Familiarity with, or the ability to learn, governmental financial record-keeping methods. Ability to review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards. Ability to compute and post figures accurately. Ability to maintain files and records and identify, trace, and correct errors. Ability to follow directions and interpret and apply written rules and regulations. Ability to operate a calculator, adding machine, typewriter and/or word processor. Ability to use personal computers and/or automated accounting systems. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with university personnel and vendors. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, alertness, and sound judgment in responding to others. Ability to read and write in English at a level appropriate to the position.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Cash handling experience. Previous work experience in a University parking and transportation program/system. Knowledge of cashiering software (CashNet) and parking database management systems (T2 Flex).
Special Working Conditions
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a fingerprint background check.
Additional Information
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.
Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).
Hiring Preference
On-Campus CSUEU Employees