Job Title

Accounts Payable Analyst

Classification

Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Non-Exempt

AutoReqId

540854

Department

Accounts Payable

Sub-Division

Associate Vice President of Financial Services

Salary Range

Classification Range $3,694 - $7,131 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,694 - $4,500 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The Division of Administration and Finance serves as the backbone of the Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) campus, managing a wide array of operations from maintaining and enhancing university buildings and grounds to providing important business support services. Campus beautification, classroom improvements, and technological advancements, continue to be a priority as we enhance the learning environment and facilities. It is the mission of the Division to provide customer-focused administrative support and steward our physical and financial resources to fulfill the university’s mission and support student success. Partnership with our diverse campus community and its many stakeholders are important in helping our operations provide excellent customer service and results. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Accounts Payable Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Non-Exempt).  The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the direction of the Director of Accounts Payable and Travel, the Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Non-Exempt is responsible for various accounts payable and travel processing functions for the University. Provides technical support and customer service to the entire campus community and coordinates official University approved payments. Communicates, interprets, and applies federal, state, California State University (CSU) and CSUF policies and procedures. Duties include analytical and technical responsibilities in the processing of accounts payable, travel, and check run process. This position requires handling multiple work priorities under general supervision, using independent and sound judgment that is of limited to moderate complexity in nature. The Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Non-Exempt must have working knowledge and understanding of CSU policies, regulations and compliance to successfully perform the job, and address general inquiries. The output of work is accountability, consistency, and ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment. Provides backup support when staff is out of the office and ongoing support during the month-end and year-end close processes. Interfaces with the appropriate CSUF departments, employees and vendors to address and problem-solve open issues. As a member of the Accounts Payable team, supports efforts in promoting an inclusive environment of teamwork and will contribute towards ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are incorporated in department operations, programs, and services. Will represent Accounts Payable by providing excellent customer service to supporting the needs of the campus community. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or the equivalent training and administrative work experience involving the study, analysis, evaluation, development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices or programs. Working knowledge of the general practices, program or administrative specialty. Basic knowledge of and the ability to apply fundamental concepts. Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures. Ability to learn, interpret, and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures relating to and impacting the applicable program, organizational unit or administrative specialty. Knowledge of and the ability to apply basic methods and procedures used for research and statistical analysis. Ability to analyze data and make accurate projections using business mathematics and basic statistical techniques. Ability to make independent decisions, exercise sound judgment, handle multiple priorities, and organize and plan work assignments. Ability to compile, write, and present reports related to program or administrative specialty. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Technical abilities to effectively use an integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) Finance system such as PeopleSoft. Familiarity with PeopleSoft AP-PO module and data warehouse queries. Effective use of the Internet/Intranet and business software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Previous experience working in accounts payable department. Experience using Concur. General knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices. Ability to review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards. Ability to compute and post numbers rapidly and accurately. Ability to maintain files and records; identify, trace, and correct errors. Ability to follow directions; interpret and apply written rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, alertness, and good judgment in responding to others. Ability to use current computer word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems, such as student accounting, cashiering and student financial aid.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License. Live Scan required.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
 
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
 
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 
 
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees