Strong knowledge of federal and state tax withholding rules, payroll terminology, and methods
Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
Proficiency with payroll systems and related computer applications
Associate's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration (with focus in Accounting preferred)
6+ years of progressively responsible payroll experience
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with all levels of an organization
Payroll experience leading/covering Payroll Administrators during absences

General Accountant 5 - Oakland, CA, Job ID 82322

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Oakland, CA 94601

Expert interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization, advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills, and attention to detail. In depth ability to use organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Expert knowledge of financial systems such as Oracle and PeopleSoft.
In-depth knowledge of legal business concepts, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
Expert knowledge of finance policies, practices, and financial information systems. Experience must include working independently on large and complex projects that built or enhanced production systems.
Ability to function as a member of a team.
Thorough experience with financial & accounting system transformations or implementations.
Expert ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
Expert Excel skills including an in-depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools or other professional database management system tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related area.
Expert knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.