Position Summary

Support Financial Accuracy and Integrity at SDSU!

Are you detail-oriented, process-driven, and passionate about ensuring compliance and financial excellence? Join San Diego State University as an Accounts Payable, Accounting Technician II and play a vital role in supporting the university’s financial operations by auditing and processing invoices, supporting travel and credit card programs, and ensuring adherence to institutional, state, and federal guidelines.

In this critical position, you’ll develop expertise in financial systems, workflow tools, and compliance regulations while directly supporting the financial well-being of the university.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Accounting Technician II, you will:

• Process Vendor Invoices: Access Oracle Payables eBusiness Suite and document imaging systems to independently process a high volume of invoices with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure Compliance: Audit invoices to ensure completeness, validity, and compliance with SDSU, CSU, State of California, and Federal regulations.
• Audit and Reconcile Reports: Regularly audit and reconcile reports related to payables, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution.
• Support Credit Card and Travel Programs: Assist with the administration and auditing of the university’s credit card and travel programs, ensuring policy adherence and data integrity.
• Analyze and Take Initiative: Use sound judgment and initiative to analyze information, resolve issues, and recommend solutions within established procedures and policies.

What We Offer:

• Hands-On Experience: Work in a dynamic university setting with access to enterprise financial tools and systems like Oracle eBusiness Suite..
• Professional Growth: Gain deep insight into financial operations, auditing practices, and regulatory compliance in higher education.
• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to SDSU’s educational mission by ensuring financial operations run smoothly and ethically.
• Inclusive Work Culture: Join a collaborative team that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Accounts Payable Department is responsible for processing over $200 million annually in payments for materials and services ordered by the University. This department works closely with the Logistical Services Department concerning the receipt of materials, Contract and Procurement Management to assure payment of correct materials and services, and the Accounting Services Department for appropriate charging of these materials and services. The Accounts Payable Department consists of one manager (Administrator I), 6-7 accounting technicians, and up to one student assistant.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided the above knowledge and abilities.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of basic accounting problems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to apply problem solving techniques in finding solutions to basic accounting problems.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• 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.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,101 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. 

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,872 - $6,428 per month. 

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by July 28, 2025, to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at mpuentes2@sdsu.edu