Accounting Analyst (Fiscal Coordinator 1)

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The closing date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.
e.
posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.
Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.
Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
If you are using relevant volunteer experience to meet minimum qualifications, please include this information in the Employment History section of the application.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Christina Saechao at christina.
saechao@oregonstate.
edu or 541-737-3528 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.
We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.
This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities.
If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.
).
Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details.
If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.
relations@oregonstate.
edu.
Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses.
All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools.
The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less.
If over 9MB in size, submit to dana.
ainsworth@oregonstate.
edu.
Transcripts must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.
Position Details Position Information Department Financial Strategic Svcs (QCU) Classification Title Fiscal Coordinator 1 Job Title Accounting Analyst (Fiscal Coordinator 1) Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Employment Category Regular Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill two full-time Fiscal Coordinator 1 positions for the Controller’s Unit – Financial Strategic Services division at Oregon State University.
The Controller’s Unit is responsible for providing payroll, financial and administrative services to colleges and administrative units.
This position provides support in the interpretation, development and implementation of policies and procedures and plays a critical role by performing analysis, auditing, projections, budget management, and recommending financial solutions.
This position communicates college, university, state, federal policy and guidelines to units.
This position has frequent interactions in person, telephone, Zoom, and via email with Directors/Unit Heads, staff, faculty, central university business partners, college administration and outside vendors to exchange information, collect data, make recommendations, secure approvals, and solve problems.
This position operates fairly autonomously within parameters set forth by management.
This position will report to a Manager within the Controller’s Unit.
To be successful in this role the incumbent must: Ensure high standards of accuracy and precision and be highly organized.
Be articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Be results oriented, with demonstrated ability to problem solve.
Have the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across a wide stakeholder group.
Have the ability to prioritize workload and proactively manage expectations in relation to agreed deliverables, even when faced with competing priorities.
Comply with the systems and standards when dealing with internal and external customers.
Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers.
We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on.
We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard.
We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS: • Top 1.
4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.
S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.
3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.
edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns.
Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country.
Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.
OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities 60% Accounting and Reporting 25% Budgeting & Forecasting 15% Miscellaneous Duties What We Require A Bachelor’s degree with 24 quarter (16 semester) hours of accounting courses and two years of accounting experience*; OR a CPA or PA certificate and two years of accounting experience*; OR 24 quarter (16 semester) or 240 clock hours of accounting courses and three years of accounting experience*.
*Accounting experience must include at least 6 of the following: documenting and resolving problems within an accounting system; classifying revenues and expenditures to funds and accounts; ensuring accounting system conforms with applicable controls; reconciling accounts to general or control ledgers; preparing journal vouchers; applying accounting principles to one or more functional areas; i.
e.
, AR, AP, etc.
,: tracing errors through accounting system; processing data using a computer; communicating technical material orally and in writing; applying computer report information; knowledge of governmental and fund accounting; applying PC spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools.
Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses.
What You Will Need Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq.
Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have Ability to manage multiple projects/activities, problem solve, make effective decisions, and work independently.
Knowledge of GMP, Uniform Guidance, Cost Accounting Standards, governmental and fund accounting.
Experience with multiple fund types (E&G, Statewide Public Service, Auxiliary Enterprise, Designated Operations, etc.
).
Proficiency in Excel, including ability to design clear and adaptable spreadsheet using formulas, tables, and pivot tables.
Knowledge of Banner FIS, BennyBuy, and CORE.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule Office environment.
Pressure to meet deadlines with competing priorities.
May involve the need to work hours above the normal business day.
This position, with supervisor and/or director approval, is open to a hybrid (on-site and remote work) work schedule.
Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $23.
69 Max Salary $36.
27 Link to Position Description https://jobs.
oregonstate.
edu/position_descriptions/149261 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04627CT Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 03/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 01/29/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 02/23/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants The closing date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.
e.
posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.
Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.
Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
If you are using relevant volunteer experience to meet minimum qualifications, please include this information in the Employment History section of the application.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Christina Saechao at christina.
saechao@oregonstate.
edu or 541-737-3528 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.
We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.
This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities.
If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.
).
Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details.
If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.
relations@oregonstate.
edu.
Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses.
All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools.
The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less.
If over 9MB in size, submit to dana.
ainsworth@oregonstate.
edu.
Transcripts must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.
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