Senior Accountant (7735U), University Development and Alumni Relations #89790

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Departmental Overview

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) strengthens Berkeley's excellence through engagement with alumni, parents, undergraduate and graduate students and friends of the university, raising public awareness about Berkeley and increasing private philanthropy. UDAR provides overall direction for the campus's philanthropic advancement strategies and works to strengthen development with campus fundraisers.

Advancement Operation's Department Overview

Advancement Operations delivers foundational infrastructure and services for the campus's advancement community, and manages the operations of UDAR. Its subject matter expertise encompasses information technology, data management, data analytics, institutional reporting, project management, gift acceptance, gift processing, compliance, donor relations, stewardship, accounting, treasury, budget, business operations, facilities, human resources, DEIBJ and organizational development. Its work is accomplished by more than 100 team members working in its eight component units - Advancement Information Services, Gift Services, Fund Stewardship and Compliance, Donor Relations, Finance and Administration, DEIBJ, Information Strategy and Analysis and Talent Management and Workforce Planning.

Gift and Investment Accounting (GIA) reports into Finance and Administration, and is responsible for the accounting, reporting, asset management, and treasury activities of the UC Berkeley Foundation. GIA does this in partnership with the Berkeley Endowment Management Company (BEMCO), the investment company managing the $3.8 billion Foundation's endowment pool. GIA performs the accounting and reporting on all financial gifts to the University and the Foundation, including endowment funds. GIA manages and distributes current use gifts and endowment payout from the Foundation to the campus units and the University affiliates.

Position Summary

Senior Accountant is involved with accounting functions such as analyzing, monitoring, preparing and reconciling financial information to reflect the condition of the organization and provide financial and other statistical data to control operations. Also may involve preparation of financial reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements. May include activities relating to developing, implementing and monitoring accounting systems, policies and procedures.

This position supports the accounting and reporting activities for the UC Berkeley Foundation and Campus Gifts and Endowment Funds. Reconciles assets and liabilities general ledger accounts. Prepares financial journal entries. Involves working with various Development Offices, UC Berkeley campus departments, UC Office of President, and UCB affiliates. Develops Financial System queries and Excel templates for analyzing financial data and prepares financial reports.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is November 17, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.

Responsibilities

• Prepares journal entries, maintains and reconciles ledger accounts.
• Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
• Interprets reports and records for campus administrators and managers.
• Participates in gathering data from the general ledger for the collection of information for UBIT, preparing summary schedules for submission to OP, and either answering questions from campus departments or coordinating getting answers from OP.
• Provides analysis for complex accounting projects.
• Helps implement and/or maintains one or a combination of general accounting systems.
• Balances books periodically and prepares financial statements.

Required Qualifications

• Has thorough knowledge of accounting functions and assignments.
• Has ability to independently gather, organize, and perform accounting related analysis.
• Requires ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally.
• Thorough knowledge of financial transactions and financial systems, as well as related policy, accounting and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office and common desktop/web applications.

Education / Training

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. (Required)

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00.

• This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.
• This is a full-time [40 hours/week] Career position eligible for full UC benefits.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
• This position is eligible for up to 4 days/week of remote work within the United States. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.