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San Diego Community College District

Accounting Technician, Senior

🇺🇸 San Diego, CA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $5,448 - $6,814 per Month 💻 Finance 🗓️ July 21st, 2026
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San Diego Community College District is hiring an Accounting Technician, Senior. This role involves preparing accounting and budget data for reporting, conducting ledger analysis, processing journal entries, and working with an integrated ERP system within the Fiscal Services Budget Department.

Highlights
  • Prepare accounting and budget reports for various agencies.
  • Perform general ledger analysis, trial balances, journal entries, and adjustments.
  • Use knowledge of revenue recognition and GAAP principles.
  • Work within an integrated ERP system focusing on finance/accounting functions.
  • Maintain accuracy and meet established timelines in all assigned tasks.
  • Possess an Accounting Degree or equivalent educational background.
  • Salary range is $5,448.21 to $6,814.00 per month, starting at Step F ($5,448.21) for new employees.
  • Position is full-time (1.0 FTE), 12 months, non-exempt and may accrue overtime.
  • Located in the Budget Department at the District Office Finance & Business Services.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse academic and socioeconomic backgrounds is required.

Accounting Technician, Senior Full Description

Accounting Technician, Senior
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
  1. Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;
  2. Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
  3. Resume;
  4. Cover Letter;
  5. Three (3) references listed within the application.
Posting Details
 Posting Details (Default Section) 
Closing Date:  | 08/03/2026
Open Until Filled  | No
Classification Title  | Accounting Technician, Senior
Working Title  |
Recruitment Limits  |
Location  | District
Pay Information  | Range 23 ($5,448.21 – $6,814.00) per month based on the current AFT Classified Professionals – Salary Schedule.

New employees will begin on Step F ($5,448.21). Salary negotiation is not allowed. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employee Relations webpage provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks which provide more information about terms and conditions of employment, compensation and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE:  | 1.0
No. Months:  | 12
Position Number:  | 00120598
FLSA Status  | Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
Position Type  | Classified
Bargaining Unit  | Classified Professionals
Range  | 23
Department  | Fiscal Services
The Position  | Applications are currently being accepted for Senior Accounting Technician in the Budget Department, located at District Office Finance & Business Services. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust workdays/hours based on the department’s needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Classification Description  | Click for description:
https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/classification/descriptions/Office%20Technical/Accounting%20Technician,%20Senior.pdf

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Desired Qualifications  | Accounting Degree or Equivalent
Foreign Degree:  | Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

NACES Link: https://naces.org/
ACEI Link: https://acei-global.org/evaluation-services/
Commitment to Diversity:  | All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Click for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedures: https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx

Special Instructions to Applicants: 
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History; Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes; Resume; Cover Letter; Three (3) references listed within the application.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)  | Start 9.1.2026.
Conditions of Employment:  | SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND, Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

CalPERS Link: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement
CalSTRS Link: https://www.calstrs.com/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements-faq
Additional Information:  | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
* $50,000 group term life insurance
* 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 27.05%
Posting Number  | CL01935
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1.  Are you a current SDCCD employee? 
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank) 
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application. 
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process. 
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Please describe your educational background and professional experience that have best prepared you for this position. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  6. * Please describe your experience in developing accounting and budget data for reporting to various agencies. Please include the types of report you prepared, what agency received the report(s), and what software you used to create the report(s). 
    (Open Ended Question)
  7. * What is your background in general ledger analysis, trial balances, processing and monitoring journal entries and adjustments? What is your experience with revenue recognition and GAAP?  
    (Open Ended Question)
  8. * Please provide an example of your problem solving skills from past work experience, including steps taken to resolution. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  9. * Describe your experience working with an integrated ERP system specifically with regard to finance/accounting functions and what areas you have advance knowledge and experience. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  10. * Describe your experience performing a detailed level of work, ensuring the accuracy of your work and that of others, and meeting the established timelines. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  11. * Describe an example of how you have used your interpersonal skills for conflict resolution. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  12. * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. 
    (Open Ended Question)
Required & Optional Documents
Required Documents
  1. Résumé
  2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents
San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite, San Diego, CA 92108-3883
(619) 388-6579 | [email protected]