ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SUPERVISOR)

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Developmental Services in Sacramento County is seeking an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) to oversee payments to HQ and SOF vendors, and to provide essential accounting and fiscal services to support program objectives.

The role requires handling internal accounting activities within a hybrid, in-office/telework setting and compliance with state guidelines. Minimum qualifications include leadership capability and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Describe in detail your experience, knowledge, education, and skills that qualify you for this position in relation to the duty statement.
• Describe your approach to leading and supervising a diverse team with employees having different levels of experience and performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee payments to the Department’s Headquarters and SOF vendors.
• Provide accounting and fiscal services to support program objectives and internal accounting activities.

Skills

Project leadership

State accounting systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

FI$Cal Accounting System

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

The Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) manages and oversees the responsibilities for payments to the Department’s Headquarters and State Operated Facilities (SOF) vendors. The position provides the accounting and fiscal services necessary to support the Department’s program objectives and effectively manage internal accounting activities.
Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. 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. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.
This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.
Open-spaced partitioned office. Use of a computer on FI$Cal Accounting System and various software applications (i.e., Microsoft Excel and Word). During peak times including year-end processing, requests for leave will be limited and approved on a case-by-case basis.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-532394
Position # (s): 472-533-4549-003

Working Title

Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor)

Classification

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SUPERVISOR)
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

1

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

Department of Developmental Services

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

• Describe in detail your experience, knowledge, education, and skills that qualify you for this position in relation to the duty statement.
• Describe your approach to leading and supervising a diverse team with employees having different levels of experience and performance.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.
The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of: Leading project teams involving system implementation or continuous business process improvements. Working with various State accounting systems. Detailed-oriented and analytically minded. Excellent communication skills.
Ability to: Meet the challenge of working in a fast paced and continuously changing work environment. Research and analyze complex accounting and business issues. Analyzing complex and sensitive issues to effectively arrive at a reasonable solution. Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills. Self-starter with positive attitude and strong work ethics.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.
Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:
State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact

Tracy Ibarra
[phone]
[e-mail]
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact

Equal Employment Opportunity Office
[phone]
[e-mail]
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligible list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.
All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov.

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.