Accountant II

Job description

Position Summary San Diego State University is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant II to support financial aid operations, reporting, and compliance across campus programs. This role ensures accurate accounting practices, supports complex reconciliations, and provides guidance to departments while maintaining alignment with federal, state, and CSU regulations. Key Responsibilities: - Accounting Operations & Compliance - Perform financial analyses and calculations, reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting for areas such as grants, student financial aid, revenue, reimbursements, and collections. - Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations per Department of Education, and California Student Aid Commision; interpret campus and system wide policies and recommend updates to processes and procedures. - Troubleshoot complex accounting issues, resolve discrepancies, and prepare accurate financial statements and reports. - Provide consultative support to campus departments and collaborate with external agencies (e.g., State Controller’s Office, CSU Chancellor’s Office). Why Join Us?: As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego Stat...