Gen Accountant

Who We Are

Founded in 1965,
UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.

It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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Accounting & Fiscal Services at UC Irvine is comprised of several units that support critical campus business operations:
General Accounting, Contracts & Grants Accounting, Cost Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Financial Services, Financial Management Support, and UCPath. The Accounting & Fiscal Services team ensures the integrity of UCI's financial reporting, enables effective and efficient campus financial processes and controls, manages contracts and grants funding at the post-award stage, and champions compliance with policies, laws, and regulations. Finally, the A&FS team provides support and resources to campus in the areas of billing, collections, payments, disbursements, loan administration, and student tax information.

In all these areas, the A&FS is always dedicated to providing effective and efficient customer service in support of UCI's mission and goals.

Reviews and analyzes accounting transactions and implements financial statement or report changes to meet Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Accounting tasks are high-level financial analysis, accounting policy review, General Ledger System knowledge, and identification and resolution of accounting and financial problems.

• Ability to independently gather, organize, and perform accounting-related analysis to complete work assignments.
• Proven ability to effectively present accounting information verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of financial transactions and systems, as well as related policy, accounting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of common desktop / web applications.
• Thorough knowledge of analytical procedures used in accounting projects of moderate to semi-complex scope.
• Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
• Strong ability to quickly identify problems, analyze key factors, and develop solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
  
  Accounting related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge of Accounting Function and Assignments.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
  
  Experience in performing accounting duties, including high level critical thinking and process improvement.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
  
  Computer proficiency required (word processing, spreadsheets, and accounting system).

• Comprehensive understanding of fund accounting principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of UCI financial systems, UCOP financial systems, and sub-systems.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
  
  Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge and experience as well as experience working with large data projects, data sets, and data extraction.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience
  
  Fund accounting experience in a University setting.

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this…