"Accountant"

Job Details

Accountant

Salary: $76,932.00 - $93,711.00 Annually

Job Type: Classified Staff

Job Number: 182

Closing: 12/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Santa Barbara, CA

Department: Fiscal Services

Basic Functions

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform professional accounting and budgetary work involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining manual and automated financial records; review, audit, analyze, reconcile and adjust designated budgets and accounts; prepare and audit a variety of financial, statistical and budgetary reports and statements.

Representative Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform professional accounting and budgetary work involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining manual and automated financial records; assure financial activity of assigned accounts complies with applicable standards, requirements, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Review, audit, analyze, reconcile and adjust designated budgets and accounts; calculate, post, audit, code and adjust journal entries; update accounts to reflect revenue and expenditures; balance accounts, audit for errors and make appropriate adjustments; initiate and process account and budget transfers and other transactions as needed
• Prepare, maintain and audit a variety of financial and statistical reports, statements and records related to income, expenditures, accounts, budgets and assigned accounting functions; review and analyze financial statements, records and reports to assure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established guidelines, procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Input a wide variety of financial and statistical data into an assigned computer system; establish and maintain automated records and files; initiate queries, manipulate data, develop spreadsheets and generate a variety of computerized reports and documents; assure accuracy of input and output data
• Provide administrative support in the review, preparation and development of designated budgets as assigned; prepare income and expenditure projections to assist with budget preparation; analyze program, personnel and project costs and provide recommendations concerning budgetary allocations and controls as directed; review expenditures to assure compliance with established limitations
• Research, compile, assemble, verify and analyze a variety of financial, statistical and budgetary information; compare internal and external fiscal data to identify errors and discrepancies; participate in the investigation and resolution of financial issues, errors and discrepancies
• Provide consultation to administrators and personnel concerning accounting and budgetary functions; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information concerning related accounts, budgets, standards, practices, requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Reconcile banking and various other fiscal statements prepared by outside agencies to assure accurate fund accounting; assure financial statements, transactions and account balances match College records and reports as assigned
• Prepare, review and evaluate various financial documents and correspondence as assigned; assure mandated reports, records and data are completed and submitted to appropriate agency or personnel according to established time lines
• Receive, review, verify, prepare, process and evaluate purchase orders, invoices, warrants and receivables as assigned; arrange for and follow up on payments and billings as directed; collect monies, balance and reconcile cash accounts, and prepare bank deposits as required
• Communicate with administrators, personnel and various outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs and resolve issues or concerns
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software
• Participate in the development, implementation and analysis of designated accounting and budgetary systems and procedures as assigned; provide recommendations concerning the selection, development and implementation of accounting systems and procedures as requested
• Assist with audits and perform year-end closing functions as required
• Attend and participate in various meetings as assigned

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and two years professional accounting experience performing varied financial analysis, record-keeping and report preparation duties including work with computerized accounting functions.

Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, functions, and data analysis tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to clarity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and work across multiple digital platforms and technologies.
• Experience using Banner or similar ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of government fund accounting.
• Proven capacity for analytical thinking and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to accuracy, organization, and continuous learning.

WORKING HOURS:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Hours may vary as needed)
Hours may vary. 12 months per year, plus fringe benefits; 6 month probation period depending on employee classification. All work schedules and work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the college.

SALARY INFORMATION:
The current salary schedule range for the Accountant position is Salary Table 29, Range 36, $76,932 - $87,029. Nine step salary range continues to a maximum of $93,711. 40 hours per week, 12 months per year, plus fringe benefits; 6 month probation period. All work schedules and work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the College.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Methods, procedures and terminology used in professional accounting work
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Analysis of complex financial statements and reports
• Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques
• Preparation of financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports
• Preparation, review and control of assigned accounts
• General accounting, budget and business functions of a community college
• Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Budgeting practices regarding monitoring and control
• Financial analysis and projection techniques
• Record retrieval and storage systems
• Research and statistical evaluation techniques
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Operation of a computer and assigned software
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

ABILITY TO:

• Perform professional accounting and budgetary work involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining manual and automated financial records
• Review, audit, analyze, reconcile, balance and adjust designated budgets and accounts
• Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements and accounting reports
• Maintain accurate financial and statistical records
• Provide administrative support in the review, preparation and development of budgets as assigned
• Calculate, post, audit and adjust journal entries including income and expenditures
• Reconcile various fiscal statements to assure accurate fund accounting as assigned
• Utilize a computer to input data, maintain automated records and generate computerized reports
• Compare numbers and detect errors efficiently
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Plan and organize work
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports, forecasts and recommendations
• Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software

Working Conditions

ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Upon Offer of Employment):

• The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis prior to the start of employment.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires verification of identity and the right to work in the United States.
• Selected candidates must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Proof of college coursework or degrees indicated will be required of selected candidates.
• All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees

APPLICATION PROCESS

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:

(The following required documents must be submitted electronically via the online application system.)

1. Online District Application form at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbcc
2. Within the online application is a required supplemental question on diversity. The committee will be reviewing your answer as part of the screening process. Please take your time and answer the question thoroughly.
3. Letters of reference are not required for this recruitment. Please do not submit reference letters within your online application.
4. Within the online application, there is a required section to list five references. These references will be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position. These references should be able to critically assess your work qualifications and job performance

Additional Instructions:

If you experience technical difficulties attaching any of your documents electronically, please contact Human Resources for instructions. If you do not have a scanner, there are commercial facilities available to assist you with this process. All required documents must be submitted with your electronic application by the application deadline or your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this position, a complete online application including all required application documents (listed above) must be submitted via https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbcc by the application deadline (please see instructions to applicants). It is important that the online District Application form (Item #1) be complete and specific to fully indicate the education, experience and other qualifications of the applicant. "See Resume" is not acceptable.

If you apply for more than one position, copies of all the required documents must be attached separately for each position. Applications and all documents submitted become the property of SBCC and are retained electronically.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:

If you are selected for an interview and need special services or facilities to participate in the interview, please contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Selection Procedure:

SBCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, military and veteran status, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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