Under the direction of the accounting & budgeting supervisor, performs a variety of technical accounting duties in the preparation, compliance, maintenance, analysis, and control of district budgets, accounts receivable and payable, financial report preparation for restricted and unrestricted programs, accounts and grants. Maintains related records and prepares periodic and annual reports. Prepares a variety of local, county, State and federal financial reports and projections. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. 

• Serves as liaison to district employees resolving accounting, budgeting, expense and compliance problems.  (E)
• Analyzes, prepares, and reviews data for claims, invoices and financial reporting to various agencies, including state, county, federal, local, and private entities.  (E)
• Records accounting transactions, adjustments, and accruals.  (E)
• Meets with departmental managers, program managers, and directors to review accounting aspects of their departments, program, and grant financial issues.  (E)
• Interprets guidelines and ensures accurate accounting in compliance with GAAP and GASB and compiling various reports for management, county, State, and federal agencies.  (E)
• Balances budgets and accounts and reconcile financial statements.  (E) • Performs other related duties as may be assigned. 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to:

• bachelor's degree in accounting, bookkeeping or related field AND
• three years increasingly responsible professional experience in the preparation and maintenance of financial and statistical records.

This is a categorically funded position; continued employment is contingent upon continued receipt of funding.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• School district accounting and auditing principles, practices and procedures. Financial, statistical and fiscal record-keeping principles.
• Preparation and maintenance of comprehensive accounting and budgetary records.
• Financial reporting procedures.
• Data processing applications to accounting and auditing functions related to database management, electronic spreadsheets and word processing.
• Applicable sections of State Education
• Code and other applicable laws.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Operation of a personal computer and computer terminal.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Oral and written communication skills.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. 

ABILITY TO: 

• Perform a variety of technical accounting duties in the preparation, maintenance and control of District budgets, including appropriation of program income and expense, expense and appropriation transfers, analysis of categorical and ROP programs and accounts and the development of financial statements.
• Maintain and prepare periodic and annual reports.
• Prepare a variety of local, county, State and federal financial reports and projections.
• Maintain and audit fiscal records and accounts.
• Assure compliance with applicable district policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
• Balance budgets and accounts and reconcile financial statements.
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Plan and organize work.
• Operate a variety of office equipment and machines including computer terminals, personal computers and spreadsheet applications.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Compile, analyze and record financial and statistical data.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.  

CONTACTS:  College and administrative personnel, outside agencies, contractors, and vendors.  

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting Minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment.   

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment. 

APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. 

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. 
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration. 

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Application
• Letter of Intent (Cover Letter)
• Current Resume
• Copy of Transcripts of all degrees 
  • All out of the country, transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. 
  • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. 
   
  

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by November 8, 2024. 

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered. 

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. 

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.  

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. 

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