Accountant Trainee

California Department of Industrial Relations; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Industrial Relations is hiring an Accountant Trainee in Sacramento to support professional accounting work in CalATERS under close supervision. The role includes establishing and maintaining accounts and records while receiving targeted training in the Travel Service Unit (TSU).

Applicants must participate in the state recruitment process and demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications through the required SOQ and transcripts.

Qualifications

• There is essential coursework or equivalent coursework required for professional accounting.
• Course work includes elementary accounting, advanced accounting, auditing, cost accounting and business law.
• Candidates must upload unofficial transcripts for verification.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting work as a learner in CalATERS under supervision.
• Establish and maintain accounts and records in CalATERS.
• Receive training in the Travel Service Unit (TSU).
• Ensure possession of minimum qualifications prior to applying.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Elementary accounting

Advanced accounting

Auditing

Cost accounting

Business law

Tools

CalATERS

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Please review the Classification Specifications to ensure possession of the Minimum Qualifications of the classification.

Please review the Classification Specifications to ensure possession of the Minimum Qualifications of the classification. The position(s) may require completion of educational courses as specified in the Class specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section). In order to complete the duties of this position the candidate must verify that they meet minimum qualifications before applying to the position.

We offer a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 4 days in-office, consistent with the department's telework policy. If you're motivated, analytical, detailed, and looking for a career in government finance with plenty of opportunity for advancement, this is the job for you.

Under close supervision of the Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor), the Accountant Trainee will perform professional accounting work, as a learner, in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and records in the California Automated Travel Expense Reimbursement System (CalATERS) while receiving training in the Travel Service Unit (TSU).

Those interested in obtaining employment with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR

• 249.3

To be considered for this Accountant Trainee job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4054

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is located at: 1416 9th Street, 12th Floor; Sacramento, CA 95814.

New Labor Agency Building in Downtown Sacramento.

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in a cubicle in an office setting that is air-conditioned with elevator access and natural and artificial lighting. Typical work requires prolonged use of a computer, calculator, and telephone, as well as interaction with co-workers. Travel may occasionally be required for meetings, training, etc. Partial telework is available as approved by the Department.

Special Requirements

A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. The SOQ must be in 12 pt. Arial font; have 1" margins; be limited to no more than two (2) single-spaced pages and be in narrative form (no bullet points). Only complete applications that include an SOQ will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed. Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. The SOQ must address the following:

• After reviewing the duty statement, please describe how each of these courses has prepared you to perform the duties of this position. Provide specific examples, where applicable, demonstrating how the knowledge and skills gained from your coursework relate to the responsibilities outlined in the duty statement.
• There is some essential coursework or equivalent coursework required for this position, including professional accounting courses from a collegiate-grade residential institution, including elementary accounting, advanced accounting, auditing, cost accounting, and business law.

Please review the Classification Specifications below to ensure possession of the Minimum Qualifications of the classification. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to appointment. You are required to upload and submit your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification in your application packet.

CalHR AT Classification Specification:

https://eservices.calhr.ca.gov/enterprisehrblazorpublic/Public/ClassSpec/ClassSpecDetail/4546

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credential’s evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://naces.org/members/

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.