DescriptionTo perform complex technical budgeting and accounting responsibilities and duties; perform a variety of accounting, budgeting, financial review for compliance reporting; to ensure adherence to District policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations; and to perform a variety of complex technical tasks and projects relative to assigned area of responsibility. Uses independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the advanced journey level classification in the Fiscal series. Positions at this level are distinguished from Fiscal Analyst, Fiscal Technician and Fiscal Assistant by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, with independent judgment and problem-solving.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives direction from an assigned supervisor.May receive functional and technical oversight from upper level fiscal staff.Responsibilities and DutiesDevelop budgets, prepare complex standardized reports with assumptions and projections; and prepare and enter non-recurring journal entries related to assigned areas.Manage and monitor subsidiary ledgers for accuracy and reconcile to the financial system.Perform a variety of fiscal duties in the review, analysis, planning, and adjustment of designated Funds and restricted programs; perform non-standardized reconciliations and journal entries.Perform complex reconciliations utilizing preliminary transactional reviews to ensure accuracy.Serve as a technical resource for staff, outside agencies, and others concerning financial operations and compliance reporting; respond to inquiries, resolve issues, conflicts and discrepancies and provide technical information within assigned area of responsibility.Interpret and assure compliance with District policies, procedures and practices relating to assigned areas; ensure compliance with all legal and regulation requirements; evaluate and recommend procedure improvements.Work closely and advise staff regularly, may, at times, work with management for budget and financial review; participate in the development and delivery of trainings and presentations to groups in an informal setting.As determined by the department workflow, review and validate the work of lower level fiscal staff for accuracy and adherence to department coding standards.Update and maintain the Chart of Accounts according to area of responsibility.Perform complex tasks associated with project-based initiatives such as quarterly financial reporting, interim and annual audits, and budget development.Perform internal audit reviews and validation of financial records in the general ledger; provide internal control verifications for assigned areas.Provide financial information for program audits and coordinate with independent auditors as needed to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.Assist in the development, integration and enhancement of District automated accounting and financial systems and serve as subject-matter expert resource for assigned areas. Participate in testing of new system functionality and / or system developments.Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.QualificationsKnowledge of :General principles and practices of technical accounting and budgeting using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, and the California Community College‘s Chancellor‘s Budget and Accounting Manual (BAM).Principles and practices of restricted and categorical funding, fund accounting, public sector budgeting, reporting, and auditing.Standard office procedures, methods and equipment.Principles, policies, guidelines, regulations and laws of various State and Federal agencies governing the fiscal administration of a Community College District.Computerized financial and management information systems used for the fiscal administration of a Community College District.Financial research, data collection and report writing.Coding and reporting standards; District policies and procedures applicable to area of assignment.Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.Ability to :Develop and apply sound budgeting and accounting methods to a variety of financial transactions and problems.Prepare accurate technical and standardized budget and accounting reports and projections.Interpret, explain, and apply District, County, State and Federal policies, regulations and laws governing the fiscal operations of a Community College District.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with administrators, staff, other governmental units, and external agencies.Effectively problem-solve and review information with multiple variables.Develop short-range limited financial planning modelsCommunicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.Deliver presentations and training to staff in an informal setting.Work in a team environment, under pressure, and meet deadlines.Think critically, use sound independent judgment, be detailed oriented, and understand impact of decisions.Work independently minimal supervisionOrganize and schedule work to maximize efficiency.Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, ethnic backgrounds and disabilities of community college students and staff.Sit for prolonged periods of time; extensive use of computer keyboard.Education and Experience Requirements :Education :Bachelor‘s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration or a related field with at least 12 units of accounting coursework.Experience :Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing professional level budgetary or accounting work preferably in an educational or public agency.
