AP Accounting Tech I (TUC)

Job Description:

AP Accounting Tech I (TUC)

Description

About The University Corporation:

TUC is a non-profit auxiliary corporation providing commercial and administrative services to California State University, Northridge. Our mission is to provide services and solutions that address the needs of California State University, Northridge; to support the academic, research, and creative endeavors of its students, faculty, and staff; and to enhance the quality of campus life. https://www.csun.edu/tuc

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, makes calculations and prepares documents for payment processing. Verifies, reconciles, analyzes and summarizes info, enters data, reviews computer output and maintains records. Processes and records AP related financial transactions and info in regard to disbursing monies; enters data and reconciles reports within CFS, balances accounts, processes cost transfers as necessary, and answers questions relative to AP. Reads, follows and explains TUC and CSUN policies and procedures to stakeholders, performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to opening and disbursing mail and ordering office supplies.

• Assists Research & Sponsored Programs, Principal Investigators and their staff in closing projects with open encumbrances; closes, moves and/or transfers POs, State invoices and contracts. Entering and processing single recurring payments including student and non-student stipends. Answers questions regarding account status, PO status, payment status and other questions. Processes P-card close each month, sets up accounts for new cardholders, suspends accounts as needed in accordance with policy/procedure, provides P-card reports as needed.
• Reviews, verifies coding for accuracy, routes for approval and enters POs, check requests, travel claims; runs budget checking and dispatch process before issuing payments. Reviews and enters Independent Contracts. Creates contracts, obtains necessary signatures. Receives and processes State invoices from CSUN.
• Reconciles vendor statements and research discrepancies. Research inquires and resolves problems regarding vendor invoices.
• Reviews, processes, and/or approves E-travel authorizations, reimbursement payments.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to ordering supplies and equipment, disbursing mail, preparing spreadsheets and account analysis as needed.

Knowledge, Specialized Skills, and Abilities:

Equivalent to two years of clerical accounting or financial record-keeping experience which has provided the knowledge and abilities listed OR any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field preferred.

General knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. Abilities: Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines; analyze financial and statistical data and draw conclusions; utilize problem solving techniques; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively and professionally, including conveying technical information to non-accountants.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).

The anticipated hiring range: $20 - $25/hour

Time Base: Full-Time/Temporary

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (b), Life, AD&D, Flex Spending

General Information

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT LIVESCAN AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

How to Apply

Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.

Application Screening begins Thursday, March 20, and will continue until the position is filled.

To be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted before the date listed above.

Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:

http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.

Advertised: Mar 05 2025 Pacific Standard Time
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