"Manager, Campus Accounting"

Manager, Campus Accounting

North Orange County Community College District

Position Number: 2015270P

Location: Cypress College

Department: CC Campus Accounting

Percentage of Employment: 100%

Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (However, some flexibility such as evenings and weekends will be required to meet the needs of the department.)

Job Description

Performs accounting functions for a variety of assigned funds and accounts; reviews financial transactions and records to assure solvency and compliance with District procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Participates in the preparation of assigned campus budgets; monitors expenditures and other account activities.

Directs the collection, accounting and disbursement of fees and other monies in accordance with established policies and procedures; monitors cash balances and manages the short and long term investment of funds.

Assists in the management of business activities related to campus athletic programs and auxiliary services.

Analyzes and reviews accounting procedures and processes; formulates and implements changes and revisions as needed to assure effective and efficient operations.

Performs fiscal and administrative analyses to evaluate operational effectiveness; provides assistance and technical expertise to campus and District personnel.

Directs the preparation, distribution and interpretation of financial statements and reports; prepares and reviews financial documents including vouchers, billings, bank statements and others; reconciles accounts and post entries to general ledgers.

Trains, supervises, evaluates and directs the work of personnel as assigned; participates in selection and hiring processes.

Plans, organizes and arranges appropriate training and staff development activities; provides orientation for new employees.

Organizes, attends, or chairs a variety of meetings as required; serves on committees and special projects as assigned; coordinates programs and services as appropriate with other District and college personnel.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Provide leadership in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, to address student achievement gaps, and in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment. Assist and promote the growth and success of a diverse population of students and employees through the development of interculturally competent and equity minded management and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African Americans, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students and employees. Performs related duties as assigned.

Primary Purpose

Under the direction of the chief business officer, this position is responsible for performing a variety of responsible duties related to the management of campus budget and fiscal operations.

Working Relationships

The Manager, Campus Accounting maintains frequent contact with various departments, staff, and outside agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to governmental agencies
• Knowledge of California Education Code and Title 5 requirements relating to budget and accounting
• Knowledge of the Community College Budget and Accounting Manual
• Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance
• Knowledge of appropriate software and databases
• Knowledge of record keeping procedures
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Ability to assess, analyze, implement and evaluate research project activities
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Strong analytical and computational skills

Special Requirements

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be from accredited post-secondary institutions. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, public administration, economics or related field and three years of responsible accounting and cash management experience, preferably in a public entity.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a community college or school district business office environment, experience with operating budgets of 100 million plus.

Experience working with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring complex institutional budgets.

Proficiency in ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Banner, or similar for budget and accounting functions.

Advanced Excel skills for budget modeling, scenario analysis, and reporting.

Proven ability to lead budget planning processes across multiple departments.

Experience facilitating budget workshops and training for staff and administrators.

Advanced Excel skills for budget modeling, scenario analysis, and reporting.

Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and/or community leaders in programs and initiatives that are specifically designed to assist historically underrepresented students achieve their educational goals.

Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Working Conditions

Office environment; subject to constant interruptions and frequent interaction with others; sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours); may require off-site duties and activities.

Salary Range: $121,005 - $152,522 Annually

Open Date: 01/16/2026

Close Date: 02/09/2026

Special Instructions Summary

Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a designated classified management position subject to a six month probationary period.

Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment may need to submit official transcripts, as applicable, prior to the first duty day, and will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

To apply, visit: https://nocccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/9204