Northern California HERC

One regular, non-exempt, full-time position, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Oceanside Campus. The normal work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Remote work is available for up to 32 hours per week, depending on department needs and supervisor approval. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation.

This position is open until filled. Applications submitted by Sunday, September 29, 2024, will receive first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The first-level interviews with the screening and interview committee will be conducted via Zoom. The second-level interviews may be in-person or via Zoom.

REMOTE WORK:
MiraCosta College believes that flexible work enables employees to achieve a more successful balance between work responsibilities and family life. The District offers the opportunity to telework (remote work) for certain positions, depending on the operational needs of the District and the provisions of the telework policy. Probationary and temporary employees are not eligible to telework unless approved by the appropriate vice president. No employee is guaranteed the right to telework. No employee shall be authorized to telework 100% of the time; regular, on-campus presence is expected for all District employees on a weekly basis.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employees regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Starting at $91,579 per year (range 30, step 1 on the 2024-2025 classified salary schedule), with annual salary step increases up to step 5. In addition, after five years of district service, employees earn a longevity stipend that increases over time.

Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number by 11:59 PM on the closing date:

1. Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

3. A cover letter addressed to the 'Screening and Interview Committee' specifically describing how your experience aligns with the Essential Duties, Other Duties, and Desirable Qualifications.

4. Transcripts of college coursework which provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable. If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from ANY college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

The screening and interview committee will review application materials for up to three to four weeks following the closing/first screening date. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by phone; those not selected for interview will be notified by e-mail once interview candidates have been scheduled.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; 2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 4) fingerprint clearance; and 5) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Under direction, perform professional-level accounting duties in support of the district and the Foundation. Serve as lead accountant and provide accounting and financial system direction to others. Perform related duties as assigned.

Accountant II is distinguished from Accountant I in that the incumbent in the former class is assigned the more complex assignments including development of accounting processes and procedures, complex accounting modeling/reporting, oversight of payroll accounting, fixed assets management, and Foundation, as well as providing guidance to other Accounting staff, while the Accountant I is assigned a broad range of journey-level general accounting duties.

1. Exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

2. Maintain, balance and audit the general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and separate legal entity ledgers; maintain income, expense and balance sheet accounts. Prepare and post journal entries, as needed.

3. Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements, including preparation and submission of quarterly and annual state reports.

4. Monitor and manage accounts receivable. Oversee deposits, accounts payable and check disbursements.

5. Responsible for oversight of the districts fixed asset accounting process.

6. Monitor financial aid processing.

7. Reconciliation of all bank accounts.

8. Prepare, analyze and reconcile grant and categorical program claims and reports.

9. Reconciliation of payroll ledgers including related journal entries, and monitoring payroll liability payments.

10. Serve as the lead for year-end functions and the annual audits for both the district and the Foundation.

11. Prepare financial and other analyses, as required.

1. Maintain chart of accounts, account posting rules, and external system integrations.

2. Provide technical direction and assist in the development of new procedures.

3. Train and provide work direction to assigned classified staff, student workers and campus aides.

4. Perform related duties as assigned.

Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.

Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.

Proficient in a variety of office equipment including a computer and appropriate software

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures and apply them in a variety of procedural situations.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.

To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, business, finance or a related field, and two years of work experience at the Accountant I level; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

NOTE: For work experience, one 'year' is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months, or at least 2,080 hours.

1. Experience working with ERP financial system such as Workday or other ERP financial software.

2. Proficiency with Excel (advance level preferred).

Provide lead-level work direction to assigned classified staff, campus aides and student workers.

Coworkers, other district personnel, vendors, students, the public, county officials, program and external auditors, bank personnel, and state, federal and local government agencies.

The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and/or stooping; occasional light lifting, carrying and/or pushing of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; work at a computer station on a regular basis for extended periods, involving moderate to heavy repetitive use of hands, wrists, shoulders and forearms; subject to frequent to constant visual stress. Ability to travel to a variety of locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving appropriate interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on multiple tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing deadlines.

Primarily busy, indoor office environment; subject to frequent contact with and interruptions by individuals in person or by phone; may be required to work during day and/or evening hours including occasional weekends on an as-needed basis.

MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment that affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. The colleges commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility is expressed in the policy found at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/docs/3400BP-Inclusion-Diversity-Equity-Accessibility.pdf. Click on the following link to view the IDEA website: https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/idea/index.html.

MiraCosta College is committed to creating a racially just campus climate. Individuals and their diverse cultures and identities are welcomed, nurtured, and validated. MiraCosta College takes institutional responsibility for closing the equity gap for disproportionately impacted populations including Latinx and Chicanx communities, Black and African American communities, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, Native American communities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities, veteran communities, former foster youth, adult students, and students from low socioeconomic statuses. MiraCosta will continue to serve all constituents with values rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and community. MiraCosta Colleges Mission, Vision, Commitment, and Institutional Values & Goals can be viewed at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/docs/mccmissionstatement.pdf.

The college was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in 2013. This significant recognition acknowledges our institutions continuous efforts to support the academic performance and unique needs of Latinx students, many of whom are attending college for the first time or are first-generation. We are a veteran and military supportive institution and an Achieving the Dream Leader College. The successful candidate will join a campus that exhibits its dedication to all students and faculty through offering robust, culturally-responsive events, including speaker series dedicated to heritage month events through the Social Justice and Equity Center.