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This is an exempt, monthly paid position, eligible for UC benefits. See below. This is a Santa Cruz based position that requires on campus work (generally 3 days per week). This position is eligible for partial remote work. This is not a Visa-sponsored position. Benefits to working at UC Santa Cruz include:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit here .
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ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The University Of California Observatories (UCO) is a Multi-Campus Research Unit of the University of California, with headquarters at the UC Santa Cruz campus. UCO operates on behalf of astronomers on eight UC campuses and two national laboratories and is comprised of extensive technical facilities, a business office, and telescope and support facilities at the Lick Observatory on Mt. Hamilton. UCO provides a scientific and administrative interface to the Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawai'i, and the Thirty-Meter Telescope international project, and supports the training of astronomy Ph.D.’s throughout the UC system. More information can be found at: https://www.ucobservatories.org/
JOB SUMMARY Under direction of the Associate Director of Business and Administration, the Accountant will provide support related to a variety of fiscal operations within UC Observatories, including financial budget analysis, financial projections, monitoring expenditures, reviewing various financial transactions, establishing and administering financial policies and procedures, performing journal entries and general ledger maintenance, completing month end closing responsibilities, and reporting financial performance. The Accountant is an important member in the UC Observatories Business Office and supports several areas and services. This position is responsible for the fiscal management of various UC Observatories and Lick Observatory operating accounts, income, recharge, endowment and gift accounts, and other sources of funds. Contributes accounting expertise and compliance guidance in UCO's multi year budget planning process and management of facility services. Funds managed cover operational expenses, equipment purchases, travel and project support. This position requires a high degree of independence, analytics, accounting skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Budgeted Salary: $99,650 - $117,000 / Annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience. Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits Schedule Information:
Employee Classification: Career appointment Job End Date: None Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus Union Representation: Non-Represented Job Code Classification: 007734 (GEN ACCOUNTANT 4) Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES 45% - Financial Planning/Analysis and Budget Analysis
30% - Financial Transactions and Reporting
25% - Facilities Planning and Analysis Coordination
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
SAFETY STATEMENT All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
EEO/AA University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination |
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