District Accounting Technician

OVERVIEW The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west.
The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River.
The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000.
The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average $393,000 vs.
California state average of $770,000).
Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities.
The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees.
Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities.
Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population.
Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success.
Classified positions in the California Community College system offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of our students seeking to improve their lives and communities.
Our classified staff engage with a diverse employee and student populations, facilitating equitable outcomes for all by implementing and supporting our various employment and academic programs.
As a classified staff member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives.
A career in classified service at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.
DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform a wide variety of highly responsible clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping functions in support of the day-to-day accounting operations related to district fiscal services and special program accounting.
Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures; exercise responsibility for the accurate and timely processing and maintenance of district accounting records.
This job class functions at an advanced journey level of classification and differs from other bookkeeping positions in the district in that work assignments require the maintenance and processing of accounts and records which are district-wide in scope and require a thorough knowledge of district accounting procedures and standards.
CLASSIFICATION: Range 30 on the current Classified Salary Schedule, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.
Work assignment hours are 8:00 a.
m.
to 5:00 p.
m.
, Monday through Friday.
SUPERVISOR: Accounting Supervisor or designee BENEFITS: Holiday, vacation and sick time will be provided.
Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalPERS Retirement and an employee assistance program (EAP).
Employees have the option to contribute to: Health Savings Account (HSA) 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans Section 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts In addition, employees have the option to purchase: Disability Income Insurance Cancer Insurance Life Insurance Accident Only Insurance Critical Illness Insurance For more information regarding Employment and Benefit Policies, please view the Classified Employee Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability Maintains and processes District fiscal/accounting records, journals, ledgers, and transactions related to assigned area(s) of specialization such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, special program accounting, associated students/clubs accounting, dormitory accounting, etc.
Sets up books and opens and closes accounts related to assigned area(s) of responsibility.
Balances, audits, and reconciles assigned accounts, records, reports, and statements, etc.
to established controls.
Collects, receives, and verifies a variety of documents, forms, records, and information and codes, posts, adjusts, and/or transfers appropriate data to proper accounts, records and ledgers.
Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of accounting statements/reports such as journal vouchers, trial balances and budgets; maintaining supporting files, financial data and records.
Maintains files, journals, ledgers, and worksheets to provide full documentation for District fiscal record keeping systems.
Prepares input data to include daily entries to program accounts, District ledgers, budget information/revisions, and related forms; audits input data for accuracy.
Performs data entry in the maintenance and processing of assigned records/accounts.
Monitors, verifies, balances, and adjusts assigned accounts.
Prepares district billings and maintains record of payments and accounts receivable.
Balances registration receipts with money and deposits; prepares billings for student registrations fees.
Prepares and maintains district inventory records and prepares fixed asset and real property reports.
Reviews accounting reports and transactions for accuracy and compliance to district accounting procedures.
Prepares/processes a variety of payables for payment; checking for accuracy, receipt, proper documentation, and authorization; assigning/verifying account codes; and forwards warrant batches to county office for processing.
Receives and reviews expense requests; checks for compliance with District/Program constraints and budget allowances.
Receives, counts, and deposits cash.
Maintains dormitory records and accounts; processes dormitory contracts, cancellations, contract charges, etc.
Provides and receives information to/from District and college staff.
County office, auditors, and/or vendors regarding specialized accounting/fiscal procedures and requirements.
Makes independent determination on accounting and financial record keeping problems; applying appropriate rules and regulations to resolve problems.
May train others in proper procedures, standards, and requirements related to assigned area.
Prepares financial and statistical reports related to assigned functions; collecting, compiling, calculating, and distributing to others as appropriate.
Types reports, statements, letters, memos, and other correspondence related to assigned functions.
Operates computer terminal to input/maintain assigned accounts.
Performs other duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.
Knowledge of: Proper office methods and procedures.
General bookkeeping/record keeping principles and procedures as related to district financial accounting practices.
Computerized fiscal records keeping operations.
The proper use and operation of standard office equipment and machines such as calculator, typewriter, computer, fax, and copiers.
Ability to: Learn district and Education codes, policies, procedures, and regulations related to assigned bookkeeping functions.
Understand and carry out a variety of complex directions without continuous supervision.
Establish and maintain accurate accounts and other fiscal records.
Perform arithmetical calculations accurately and rapidly.
Establish and maintain financial records.
Prepare accurate financial statistical summaries and reports.
Assemble, organize, and analyze data in an effective and useful manner.
Apply rules and regulations to specific cases.
Reconcile differences within the record keeping system using mathematical skills and an understanding of the record keeping system and related transactions.
Operate a variety of standard office machines and equipment.
Type accurately at a rate required for successful job performance.
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contracted in the performance of required duties.
Experience/Education Background of education, training and experience equivalent to A.
A.
degree in accounting or related field preferred.
Two years of responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Additional Information Online Application with Additional Preferred Materials to be attached to application: Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcement Current resume College transcripts, if applicable (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application) Attention Applicants: After application has been submitted, all application materials will be screened.
Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered.
Candidate evaluations will not be considered.
Reference letters from any member of the Hiring Committee or Board Members will not be considered.
Interviews will be by invitation only.
Interviews may be by Zoom.
The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.
New Classified Appointments will be placed at Step 1 on the Classified Salary Schedule and will graduate to the next step on July 1st if the hire date is before January 1st, with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum 21st step.
The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses.
Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
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