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Accountant II Job no: 554984 Work type: Staff Location: San Diego Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Finance/Accounting, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location) Position Summary San Diego State University is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant II to support campus financial operations through reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and consultative services. This role ensures adherence to accounting standards while identifying and resolving complex financial issues. Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Reporting Ensure financial transactions comply with accounting standards, policies, and procedures; recommend corrective or preventative actions as needed. Prepare and reconcile financial statements, reports, schedules, and year-end or quarterly reports. Troubleshoot discrepancies and provide consultative guidance to departments on resolving accounting issues. Interpret and apply federal and state regulations; recommend and document improvements to business processes and procedures. Collaborate with campus partners, auxiliaries, and external agencies such as the State Controller's Office and CSU Chancellor's Office. Training, Support & Other Duties Participate in backup roles as needed and complete other assigned duties to support department operations. Offer technical direction and assistance to professional and administrative staff. Why Join Us? Play a vital role in maintaining the financial integrity of a major public university. Collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Use your accounting expertise to support regulatory compliance and campus operations. Help shape efficient financial practices through insight, accuracy, and innovation. Position Information This is a full-time (1.0 time‑base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date 12 months after start date, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. This position is eligible for telecommuting up to 2 days per week, following a training period during which on-site presence is required. Education and Experience Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year‑for‑year basis. Key Qualifications Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB); office methods and procedures; and 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. General understanding of internal control methods. Experience applying accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems. Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data; prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports. Ability to utilize problem‑solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and principles. Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and Strong skills in communicating effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non‑Accountants. Compensation Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 11 $6,312 for highly qualified candidates. Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement. CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,178 - $7,543 per month (Step 1 – Step 20). Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations. Full Benefits Package Includes Generous Time Off : 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Retirement : CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC. Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost. Education Support : CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents. Optional offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans. Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Supplemental Information Apply by March1,2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Education Code89521 requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last7years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke‑free campus. For more information, please click here. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Sophia Faulk at srfaulk@. Advertised: Feb132026 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App #J-18808-Ljbffr