ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

California State Controller's Office; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 4,400 - 5,300; Full time

Job summary

The California State Controller's Office is hiring an Accountant Trainee in Sacramento County. Under supervision, you will learn to establish and maintain accounts, process journal entries, and support FI$Cal operations.

This permanent full-time role offers hybrid telework and opportunities to grow in public finance within the State Accounting and Reporting Division. A required resume and degree transcripts are part of the application.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting control documents to determine proper accounting treatment, legality, sufficiency of cash and appropriation availability.
• Perform the operational accounting functions of the central fiscal control system and FI$Cal utilized by the State Controller’s Office.
• Establish and maintain accounting control records relating to the FI$Cal system and specialized fiscal control accounting records.
• Set-up control accounts as required by established guidelines.
• Prepare and process journal entries in response to transaction requests.
• Update, review and verify historical accounting data in automated spreadsheets and databases.
• Prepare account and fund reconciliations and provide solutions to resolve any differences identified.
• Assist with forecasts and stress-testing, review, evaluate, reconcile and monitor accounting transactions.
• Prepare detailed accounting reports and presentation of materials for analysis of program and financial performance.
• Review current procedures and processes to determine the need for changes. Make recommendations, develop and implement changes to procedures and processes as requested.
• Effectively communicate with accounting personnel from state agencies to resolve general accounting problems.
• Review legislation for impact on accounting transactions and potential workload.
• Prepare analyses of findings and recommendations.
• Participate in fiscal year-end activities.

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-532408
• Position #(s): 051-420-4179-XXX
• Working Title: Accountant Trainee
• Classification: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE
• Salary: $4,442.00 - $5,296.00 A. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions: 1
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: State Accounting and Reporting Division

Department Information

The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.

The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and efficiency of the state’s financial operations. As the backbone of California’s financial reporting, SARD is responsible for preparing and publishing essential financial statements, overseeing the state’s budgetary control, and providing vital fiscal information to policy decision-makers and the public. Working in this division means contributing to the financial stability and integrity of the fifth-largest economy in the world with opportunities to engage in meaningful work, learn from seasoned experts, and grow your career in public finance.

Take the next step in your career with an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the well-being of its employees. Apply today and build a California where everyone thrives!

Visit our website to learn more about the State Controller’s Office.

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction provided by the Bureau of Fiscal Systems and Transactions (Bureau) Financial Accountant II (Supervisor) and higher level professional accountants the incumbent will perform professional accounting work in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and records while receiving training; learning agency activities, departmental systems, and central fiscal control activities; and developing interpersonal skills by contact with program personnel and control agencies in fiscal control activities. The incumbent is expected to utilize knowledge of the laws of the State of California, fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual, governmental accounting principles, and procedures prescribed by the department, to carry out the control functions of the State Controller’s Office.

Duties Performed:

• Review accounting control documents to determine proper accounting treatment, legality, sufficiency of cash and appropriation availability.
• Perform the operational accounting functions of the central fiscal control system and FI$Cal utilized by the State Controller’s Office.
• Establish and maintain accounting control records relating to the FI$Cal system and specialized fiscal control accounting records.
• Set-up control accounts as required by established guidelines.
• Prepare and process journal entries in response to transaction requests.
• Update, review and verify historical accounting data in automated spreadsheets and databases.
• Prepare account and fund reconciliations and provide solutions to resolve any differences identified.
• Assist with forecasts and stress-testing, review, evaluate, reconcile and monitor accounting transactions.
• Prepare detailed accounting reports and presentation of materials for analysis of program and financial performance.
• Review current procedures and processes to determine the need for changes. Make recommendations, develop and implement changes to procedures and processes as requested.
• Effectively communicate with accounting personnel from state agencies to resolve general accounting problems.
• Review legislation for impact on accounting transactions and potential workload.
• Prepare analyses of findings and recommendations.
• Participate in fiscal year-end activities.

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

Special Requirements

A resume is required.

A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required.

Take the required examination here: Accountant Trainee Examination

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.