Associate Accountant

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
Feb 13, 2025
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary This position is responsible for Plant Fund and General Budget by performing a variety of accounting and clerical duties in Oracle Grants Management. This position works directly with individuals in various campus departments as well as other groups within Business and Finance. Essential Job Duties Prepare Reconciliations, reports for internal use and for external auditors. Perform monthly Oracle close. Post transactions in Oracle, including Cost Transfers, Manual Usages, Cash Receipts, Journals, and Budgets. Prepare reports for financial services management and Facilities. Prepare report and Invoices for HHMI. Review Appworx for Accounting team. Assist with OGM Plant Fund Packets set up and budgets and process. Provide support to campus staff in the processing of various funds (e.g. general budget and plant fund) in the Oracle system. This includes account set ups, budget realignments, journal entries, and other related transactions and close outs when necessary. Scan and save various types of documents into RADR. Support accounting team with any other duties assigned by management. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Successfully completed accounting coursework or one year of accounting experience. Experience with Outlook, Word, Excel, Oracle, and understanding of accounting systems. Ability to carry out instructions received in either verbal or written form. Ability to work independently and work with minimal supervision. Excellent organizational and follow up skills, oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines. Flexibility in dealing with changes in approach and/ or deliverables. Motivated, self-starter, with strong analytical skills and problem solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Oracle and Datamart. Experience with Excel advanced functions. Required Documents Resume. Hiring Range $24.25 - $30.48 Per Hour The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf. Disability Accommodations If you would like to request an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu.