Accountant II

Accountant II

Initial Review Date: 02/17/26

Campus:
De Anza College

Salary Grade: C1-59

Starting Salary: $7,988.64 (per month)

Full Salary Range: $7,988.64 - $10,716.88 (per month)

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the classified position above. We are looking for an Accountant II.

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.

Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:

The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable, quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students.

Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity, inclusion, care for our students' well-being, and sustainability.

De Anza College Mission Statement:

De Anza College provides an academically rich, multicultural learning environment that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character and abilities; to realize their goals; and to be socially responsible leaders in their communities, the nation and the world.

De Anza College fulfills its mission by engaging students in creative work that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes contained within the college's Institutional

Core Competencies:

• Communication and expression
• Information literacy
• Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility
• Civic capacity for global, cultural, social and environmental awareness
• Critical thinking

The Accountant II reports directly to the Director, College Fiscal Services. This position oversees the financial administration of the De Anza Student Accounts Office and ensures proper accounting, safeguarding, and reporting of all assets and financial transactions for the De Anza Associated Student Government (DASG), Inter Club Council (ICC), club accounts, and Flea Market Program. The role works closely with Fiscal Services, Student Development, the student government, program managers, and staff at both colleges.

The Accountant II ensures compliance with all regulations as well as the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.

Primary responsibilities include managing the daily operations of the Student Accounts Office and handling the receipt and disbursement of funds. The position reconciles monthly district transactions and oversees all accounting-related activities. The Accountant II records journal and budget entries and cash transactions; reviews purchase requisitions and invoices; and prepares monthly and annual financial statements. This role collaborates with Blackbaud Customer Support and the District Programmer to resolve accounting software issues, perform updates, and complete year-end close backups.

The Accountant II attends the DASG Finance and Budget Committee and the DASG Senate meetings as a financial advisor. This position presents information to club officers at the Inter Club Council (ICC) financial orientations, including cash-handling requirements. The Accountant II also assists with developing the DASG Budget Book for Board of Trustees review and approval of the DASG budget.

Under immediate or general supervision, performs a variety of professional accounting duties that involve the application of judgment and discretion in the analysis and application of accounting principles and practices in maintaining fiscal controls and records, and preparing transactions; prepares a diverse range of financial documents and reports; and performs related duties as assigned.

Receives immediate or general supervision from an administrative or academic supervisor or manager. Exercises no supervision of staff.

Accountant I:
This is the entry level in the series and incumbents are expected to learn how to apply theoretical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Standards to departmental and District processes. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same level of knowledge or skill as positions at the Accountant II level, and do not exercise the same level of independent direction and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern.…