Lead General Accountant; -Positions; Hybrid

Position: Lead General Accountant (2-Positions) (Hybrid)

Lead General Accountant (2-Positions) (Hybrid)

University of California, Merced

Hiring Range

$86,400 - $104,000

Job Closing Date

Roles available until both positions are filled; initial applicant review begins December 23, 2025.

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, the newest of the UC system's 10 campuses, is a growing research institution serving approximately 9,100 students in the San Joaquin Valley.

About The Job

Uses advanced accounting concepts to resolve complex issues. Regularly handles diverse complex accounting assignments, supervises junior accountants, and provides guidance on sensitive matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, or maintain general accounting policies, procedures, and internal processes. Assist with ERP system improvements and resolve system errors.
• Lead implementation and maintenance of general accounting processes related to Oracle Cloud Financial System and sub‑ledger modules, oversee reconciliations, and train campus units.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries; maintain reconciliations for assigned ledger accounts.
• Provide asset and liability records, review fund balances, and resolve overdrafts or unallowable expenses.
• Balance books, prepare financial statements, and manage fiscal year‑end closing entries.
• Review and interpret complex policies and compliance with GAAP, GASB, FASB, and public‑accounting principles.
• Apply advanced accounting principles for technical analysis and resource allocation.
• Offer general guidance to campus partners on accounting principles and serve as backup for department training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (required).
• Five (5) years of related experience (required); or nine (9) years of directly related experience if no degree.

Critical Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and related functions.
• Ability to extract, compile, and validate accounting information from multiple sources.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex accounting and finance information.
• Proficiency with financial transactions and systems, as well as related policy and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced knowledge of common desktop and web applications.
• Advanced analytical procedures used in complex accounting projects.
• Understanding of interrelationships between procedures and desired results.

Background Check

Required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy

The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. For information, see the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

E-Verify

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Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California, visit .

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Higher Education (Industry)

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