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Job Description BLANK AST 2 Working Title Treasury Accounting Assistant 2
Job Code 004723 Grade
Department Name Accounting - D01100 Department Head Bobbi McCracken
Supervisor Linda Casteel Effective Date 09/12/2022
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Department Custom Scope
Under the supervision of the Treasury Manager, the position performs the following essential functions by analyzing/verifying financial data; researching discrepancies; problem-solving to determine the appropriate action, decision or solution; making decisions based on policies and past practices; and maintaining job-appropriate knowledge of financial and professional accounting standards. 1.) Perform the verification and audit of all non-payroll disbursements ensuring that established internal controls for the security of checks and electronic fund transfer (EFT) data are met. 2.) Process journal entries for lntercampus Orders and/or Charges (lOC) between Riverside and the other UC campuses and Office of the President.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
College level coursework in financial accounting. Preferred

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement
Demonstrated experience with University of California, Riverside Financial System (UCRFS). Preferred
Demonstrated accounts payable experience. Preferred
Demonstrated experience preparing journal entries that are in compliance with GASB and institutional requirements. Preferred
Demonstrated experience with on-line financial systems and proven ability to search/query data. Preferred
Experience analyzing financial information and researching discrepancies. Required
Experience performing mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Required
Experience recognizing problems and promptly alert relevant parties for resolution. Required
Experience maintaining control over sensitive documents. Required
Experience maintaining accurate records and filing systems. Required

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
NON-PAYROLL VENDOR DISBURSEMENT CHECKS 1. Prioritize audit based upon check payment handling codes. 2. Runs UCRFS (University of California Riverside Financial System) query to determine if any checks require secondary signatures and coordinate obtaining appropriate approvals. 3. Audits checks against invoices (paper and electronic images) and reports according to approved process ensuring appropriate controls over the physical security of checks. Audit involves verification of vendor name, invoice amounts less any discounts, invoice numbers, and remit addresses. Focusing on the prompt distribution of checks without compromising attention to detail. 4. Records invoice versus check discrepancies (e.g. name, address, amounts) according to the established procedure and have the Treasury Manager review prior to forwarding to Accounts Payable for resolution within established procedures. 5. Responsible for the prompt sealing and mailing of checks and maintaining physical security of the checks at all times. 6. Responsible for printing attachments required to be sent with checks. Checks and attachments are placed in envelopes for mailing. Must ensure that the appropriate attachment is included with each check. 7. Responsible for maintaining/scanning check copies and backup documentation in an organized fashion in accordance with approved procedures. 8. Coordinates storage efforts and disposal of paper copies following the records retention policy. 9. Assists Accounts Payable with check disbursement questions and special handling needs (e.g. FedEx requests)
50
NON-PAYROLL VENDOR ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFER (EFT) DISBURSEMENTS 1. Ensures EFT payment audit is ranked as highest priority following the pay cycle process due to the limited time-frame to make bank file adjustments/corrections. 2. Audits payments against invoices (paper and electronic images) and/or reports according to approved process ensuring appropriate controls over the security of file data. Audit includes verification of vendor name, payment amount, invoice number if applicable, and review of Accounts Payable payment approver for non-purchase order payments. Focusing on the prompt audit of payments without compromising attention to detail. 3. Determines if any EFT payments require secondary signatures and coordinate obtaining appropriate approvals. 4. Responsible for validating payment ID sequencing and reporting unexplained gaps to the Treasury Manager. 5. Immediately report any payment discrepancies identified to the Treasury Manager for review prior to coordinating resolution with Accounts Payable. 6. Responsible for maintaining/scanning backup documentation in an organized fashion in accordance with approved procedures. 7. Coordinates storage efforts and disposal of paper copies following the records retention policy.
20
INTERCAMPUS ORDER AND/OR CHARGES (IOC) 1. Reviews and determines appropriate UC Riverside FAU (Full Accounting Unit) to charge or credit for both initiating and responding IOCs. 2. Processes journal entry in UCRFS to record IOC and meet established cut-off dates. 3. Responsible for uploading information into the Journal Documentation System and initiating communications to campus departments (e.g. obtaining department approvals) as required following the established procedure .
15
OTHER DUTIES 1. Responsible for the logging and distribution of incoming check payments following the establish procedure. 2. Responsible for logging and distributing (for follow up) UCR check payments returned by the US Postal Service (both vendor and student refund checks). 3. Responsible for scanning payment disbursement related documentation. 4. Assists with routine/less complex journal entries (e.g. paper Non-payroll Cost Transfers (NCTs). 5. Purchasing system (eBuy) Receiver role for goods and services ordered by Accounting. Also responsible for physical receipt/visual inspection of goods and reporting any irregularities to the Executive Assistant. 6. Monitors office supplies and submit requests to the Executive Assistant as appropriate. 5. Other duties as assigned.
10
STUDENT REFUND CHECK DISBURSEMENTS 1. Coordinates obtaining appropriate approvals prior to check distribution. 2. Pulls and logs checks with incomplete or foreign addresses prior to sealing and mailing. Mail preparation requires separating checks with a campus address from checks with an off-campus address. 3. Responsible for the physical security of checks pending Mail Services pickup. 4. Responsible for maintaining back up documentation in an organized fashion and according to approved procedures.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Demonstrated success in sustaining and maintaining effective working relationships within a diverse University community. Required
Demonstrated PC skills with Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word and Internet searches. Required
Skill in providing superior customer service and maintaining equanimity when conflicts arise. Required
Detail and accuracy-oriented work ethic. Required
Proven ability to meet deadlines/cutoffs. Required
Skill in making appropriate job decisions following established policies and past practices. Required
Skill to effectively communicate (both orally and in writing in the English language) using tact and diplomacy. Required
Excellent organizational skills. Required
Demonstrated success working as part of a team. Required
Keen eye for detail to ensure correct coding of data and to discern data anomalies. Required
Demonstrated knowledge of UCR's Full Accounting Unit (FAU). Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Successful completion of U.S. Department of Justice background investigation. Required
Due to fiscal year end closing activities, vacations are not normally granted from mid June to mid July. Required
Overtime Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions

Level of Supervision Received
General Supervision

Environment

Working Environment
UC IntelliCenter

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Calculator
  • Computer
  • Check Sealer

Physical Requirements
  • Crawl : N/A
  • Bend : N/A
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : N/A
  • Climb : N/A
  • Stand : Occasionally

Mental Requirements
  • Write : Frequently
  • Perform Calculations : Constantly
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently
  • Communicate Orally : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Dust : No
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: Yes

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