Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the city of Sacramento.

Under general supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) is responsible for the completion of highly complex analytical and advisory duties and independently performs the most difficult professional accounting duties which require a complete understanding of the State Government accounting process. This position controls the accounting details of all departmental funding and expenditure activities and maintains the integrity of the fiscal data; performs the most complex analysis and technical research of financial data using advanced Microsoft Excel formulas and pivot tables, Microsoft Access, and various internal database systems to interpret the data and prepare monthly summary reports for management. The Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) gathers data and analyzes various accounting issues and processes, to develop and implement automated systems to enhance the efficiency of the accounting process; provides technical support and guidance to accounting staff and may have broad discretion in the solution of problems. The incumbent has considerable contact with the Accounting Administrators, Chief Accounting Officer, Budget Officer, Contract Manager, Federal Agencies and State control agencies including auditors.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#489441  on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

Please include unofficial college transcripts with your application if using education to meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ):

A Statement of Qualifications is required for this position. In 2 pages, ARIAL PT, Font 12, Single Space. Must include header with title of Statement of Qualifications and your name.

1. Explain your experience with reconciling funds including federal funds. Include SAM required reconciliations that you have performed.

2. Describe your experience with developing written desk procedures and training staff.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please refer to the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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