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Position Number: 4981640
Location: Oceanside , CA
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Accounting Manager
MiraCosta College

For full details and to apply, go to https://jobs.miracosta.edu/postings/3997

Type of Assignment: Full Time
Assignment Category: Regular Position

Position Details:
One regular, district funded, full-time position, overtime exempt, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year at the Oceanside Campus. The normal work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Occasional extended hours on an as-needed basis. Remote work may be approved by the supervisor and appropriate Vice President for up to four days a week. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation.

The first-level interviews with the screening and interview committee will be conducted via Zoom. The second-level interviews may be in-person or via Zoom.

REMOTE WORK:
MiraCosta College believes that flexible work enables employees to achieve a more successful balance between work responsibilities and family life. The District offers the opportunity to telework (remote work) for certain positions, depending on the operational needs of the District and the provisions of the telework policy. Probationary and temporary employees are not eligible to telework unless approved by the appropriate vice president. No employee is guaranteed the right to telework. No employee shall be authorized to telework 100% of the time; regular, on-campus presence is expected for all District employees on a weekly basis.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Salary Range: 37
Compensation: Starting at $106,260 per year (range 37, step 1), with annual salary step increases up to step 5. In addition, after five years of district service, employees earn a longevity stipend that increases over time.Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

Benefits:
MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees. The district pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents $100,000 life insurance policy Up to $250 of benefit credits per month to help pay for a variety of voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and health care/dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Vacation, sick leave, and up to 18 paid holidays State pension system retirement benefits (CalPERS) Free and confidential employee assistance program Wellness Program Participation in the Districts Early Retirement Program Professional Development Opportunities Tuition fee reimbursement Childcare Facility (Oceanside Campus)

Position Term in Months: 12

Application Procedure:
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number by 11:59 PM on the first screening date. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

1. Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

3. A cover letter addressed to the "Screening and Interview Committee" specifically describing how your experience aligns with the Essential Duties, Other Duties, and Desirable Qualifications.

4. Transcripts of college coursework which provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable. If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

The screening and interview committee will review application materials for up to three to four weeks following the closing/first screening date. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by phone; those not selected for interview will be notified by e-mail once interview candidates have been scheduled.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; 2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 4) fingerprint clearance; and 5) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Basic Function:
Under general direction, manages all aspects of the districts and Foundations accounting operations, ensuring that general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, asset management and financial reporting functions are timely, accurate and comply with government regulations.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Supervisory Responsibilities

1. Recruits, interviews and recommends hires; trains staff.

2. Oversees scheduling, manages assignments, and directs the departments daily workflow.

3. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Duties/Responsibilities

4. Exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

5. Plans, organizes, directs and controls all accounting activities for the district and Foundation; oversees all revenues and expenses and ensures proper business rules are applied with the Workday system.

6. Approves check or ACH payments to suppliers, students and employee reimbursements. Approve all transactions assigned to Accounting Managers role to ensure internal control compliance and segregation of duties requirement including deposits, journal entries, payroll costing allocations and adjustments, invoice corrections/adjustments, fund transfers, and other Workday transactions as needed.

7. Evaluates, tracks and troubleshoots the Workday financial system; assists end users with issues escalated from accounting staff and achieves resolution.

8. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local accounting standards, regulations and best practices.

9. Manages and participates in preparing a variety of complex financial reports, analyzes financial data, and makes recommendations to administration based on financial position current year forecasts.

10. Reviews and reconciles financial balance sheet accounts.

11. Plans, coordinates and executes the annual year-end accounting close procedures; coordinates annual and interim audits; prepares responses to applicable audit findings.

12. Assists in developing equitable policies and procedures.

Other Duties:
1. Participates in committees, task forces and special assignments.

2. Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:
1. Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of community college accounting, including financial statement preparation, methods of financial control and reporting, applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and accounting standards.

2. Workday software functionalities applicable to financial/accounting processes.

3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

6. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

7. Proficiency in a variety of office equipment including a computer and appropriate software.

8. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

9. Coordinate, supervise and use automated systems to maintain records, collect data and generate reports.

10. Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.

Ability To:

Education & Experience:
To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

A bachelors degree in accounting, finance or a related field, and at least four years of progressively responsible work experience in an accounting department; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NOTE: For work experience, one "year" is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months, or at least 2,080 hours.

Desirable Qualifications:
1. Accounting experience in community college institutions.

2. Demonstrated ability with complex Excel analysis and modeling.

3. Previous supervisory experience overseeing different level of positions.

4. Experience and working knowledge of the Workday Financial system or comparable financial ERP system.

Licenses & Other Requirements:
A valid California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the districts vehicle insurance program.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Accountants, Accounting Specialists, Accounting Technicians.

CONTACTS: Staff, faculty, students, vendors, and state, federal and local government personnel.

Physical Effort:
The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to travel to various locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.

Emotional Effort:
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working Conditions:
Primarily business office environment; subject to frequent public contact and interruption; intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion; may work at any district location or authorized facility with occasional evenings and/or weekends on an as-needed basis. Occasional local travel may be requested.

Posting Number: S23/24048P
Human Resources Contact Information: jobs@miracosta.edu or 760.795.6854
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Screening Date: Applications received by the first screening date, Friday, March 1, 2024, will be given first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

About MiraCosta College
MiraCosta College is one of California's 115 public community colleges. The district operates two campus sites and two centers, and offers a robust online education program. Situated between San Diego and Los Angeles, MiraCosta College benefits from multicultural influences and cultural opportunities. Both students and staff enjoy a friendly atmosphere and the feeling that we are all here to help one another. MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more details, please visit our website at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion.pdf