Job Details

Accounting Technician II

Position Number: 6078053
Location: Merced, CA
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Accounting Technician II

Salary: $4,349.00 - $5,504.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20250313
Closing: 4/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department:

Range 20
40 hours/week12 months/year

Interview dates to be determined
Ready to join the transformation? Merced College is not just your ordinary community college - we're pioneers of change, ready to redefine the educational landscape and set new standards for excellence! Situated in the heart of California's vibrant Central Valley, Merced College isn't just a workplace; it's a gateway to endless possibilities!

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Invested in you: At the heart of Merced College's success are our dedicated employees. That's why we prioritize your well-being, happiness, and professional growth. With a culture of support and employee engagement initiatives, we ensure that every member of our team feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

About Us: Founded in 1962, Merced College boasts a rich history of academic excellence and community engagement. But we're not stopping there! We're on a mission to revolutionize the community college experience, blending tradition with innovation to create a dynamic learning environment unlike any other.

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We are currently seeking an Accounting Technician II to bring their expertise to our dynamic financial team. In this role, you'll perform complex accounting functions, assist with audits, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with staff and external partners to maintain fiscal accuracy. Be part of something great-apply now to help us continue making a difference in the lives of students and the community!
Merced College Mission

At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.
General Description:

Under limited supervision, performs diverse and complex financial responsibilities with a greater degree of independence than an Accounting Technician I; performs a variety of complex specialized accounting functions requiring independent judgment and specialized accounting skills.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

Assists auditors by providing requested supporting documentation, information on internal processes, and coordinating activities in support of the audit process
Assists in providing necessary accounting procedures to provide internal financial controls and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices and all applicable regulatory requirements
Assists with banking, treasury related functions for the purpose of ensuring compliance and the implementation of necessary accounting processes
Collaborates in the monitoring of account balances and related financial activity, ensuring that allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits, and fiscal practices are followed
Collaborates with other staff, site personnel and a variety of outside parties
Compiles a variety of financial information related to work assignments
Maintains a variety of complex financial information, files and records, and ensures the availability of documentation and compliance with established accounting practices and regulatory requirements
Participates in unit meetings, in-service training and workshops
Maintains financial records related to District assets and depreciation
Performs a variety of financial operations related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, balancing and closing of financial data, reconciliations, monitoring cash balances, performing bank transfers and wires, and reviewing bank analysis statements
Prepares, verifies and maintains documents for various mandated year end reporting requirements
Processes a variety of financial information for the purpose of updating and distributing information, authorizing for action and complying with established accounting practices
Researches discrepancies of financial information and documentation to ensure the accuracy and adherence to established procedures
Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources in the process of facilitating communication, providing guidance among several parties, and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry
Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

Methods, practices, and terminology used in financial record keeping
Record keeping principles applicable to school district accounting
Modern office practices, procedures, computer hardware and software and office machines

Ability to:

Create and maintain Microsoft Excel spreadsheet reports
Communicate effectively with federal/state/county personnel
Make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately
Operate a computer, calculators and other office equipment
Set up and maintain records
Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements
Follow oral and written directions
Work cooperatively with others
Maintains confidentiality
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High school diploma OR GED AND (3) years applicable experience
OR
Associate's degree OR
The equivalent education and experience
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical Ability to:

Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
Read printed matter and computer screens
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard
Reach in all directions

Vision

See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization per the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:

Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled onsite.

Employee Benefits:

Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office. Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/4864590/accounting-technician-ii