UC Santa Barbara is a vibrant institution dedicated to fostering a self-regulated environment for its residents. The Financial Assistant will support student council finances and payroll, manage accounting tasks, and provide training on financial policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Primary staff member supporting HDAE affiliated student council finances and payroll
- Manages accounting for student council groups (SACC, GSAC, Tenants Union) using QuickBooks accounting software
- Enters disbursements, produces budget/expense reports and maintains chart of accounts
- Manages check writing and disbursement activities with account Trustees
- Prepares disbursement for authorized signature and remits payment to vendors
- Conducts training workshops for residents on SACC, GSAC and Tenants Union financial policies and procedures
- Hires and processes stipend payments for student government positions utilizing UCPath while adhering to rates and guidelines established in each group's bylaws
- Assists council members with purchasing needs while adhering to University purchasing guidelines
- Supports department by serving as a back up to the HR and Financial Analysts, as well as Administrative Services Coordinators
Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years General Office Administration
- Financial analysis skills
- Good Verbal and written communication skills and ability to multi-task
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-3 years Experience working in college/university housing
- 1-3 years Experience with managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Benefits
- Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards.
Company Overview
- UC Santa Barbara is consistently recognized for excellence across broad fields of study. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, US, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.ucsb.edu/.