Job Description

Reporting to the General Accounting Supervisor, this position manages major and minor capital projects. Establishes and maintains plant funds and accounts appropriate the budget, monitor budget overdrafts, reconcile, and review monthly expenditures and prepares semi-annual capitalizations. In additions this position assists with monthly and yearly fiscal closes.

Apply By Date: October 29, 2024 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related area or equivalent years of experience.
• Experience in fund accounting including audit techniques and internal control standards.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accounting principles (GMP), theory practice and standards as they relate to general ledger maintenance and reconciliation and financial statement preparation.
• Thorough knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standard Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) accounting standards related to financial statement preparation.
• Analytical skills to resolve com ex problems that may affect multiple organizations or functions.
• Decision making skills to review financial information, define issues, and develop strategies to resolve issues including the ability to analyze and calculate complex financial formulas.
• Written communication skills to develop training materials, written memos, policies, procedures, etc., and convey them to a diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting experience in a higher education environment, preferably UC.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Financials.
• Organizational skills to organize, coordinate, and set priorities effectively; multi-task and adapt to changing priorities on multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% - Plant Construction Projects
• 30% - Capital Asset Accounting
• 30% - Financial Reporting
• 10% - Organizational Support

Department Overview

Position assists with the colleagues from all the other UC campuses and the Office of the President and with campus-wide staff including the Medical Center and Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Mange the financial aspects of capital assets and plant projects, as well as the acquisition, tracking, and disposition of capital assets performing an array of essential services throughout the life cycle of a capital project.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $67700.00 - $120500.00/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 21
• UC Job Title: GEN ACCOUNTANT 3
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% remote

Benefits

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

• Work occasional lunch hours, weekends and holidays.
• Restricted vacationusage during peak periods including fiscal closing (July).
• Employee is personally responsible for following safety guidelines/processes.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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