Accounting Officer (Specialist)

Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office; California; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office is seeking an Accounting Officer (Specialist) to perform professional accounting duties under supervision, establishing and maintaining accounts and financial records. The role supports fiscal services and adheres to state policies and procedures.

The position involves hybrid work in an office setting and telework, with opportunities to contribute to financial reporting, audits, and process improvements while collaborating with the Accounting Section

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting, bookkeeping, or auditing duties.
• Experience with training, mentoring, and reviewing the work of other employees.
• Experience with time management and meeting deadlines.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data from reports and policies.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to make sound judgments and work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting duties of average difficulty in establishing and maintaining accounts and financial records.
• Support maintenance of financial records in accordance with state policies and procedures.
• Assist with examinations and eligibility processes for the Accounting Officer (Specialist) classification.
• Contribute to the hybrid work environment and coordination of telework arrangements.
• Support travel and meeting logistics as required by the unit.

Skills

MS Office

Accounting experience

Training & mentoring

Time management

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Decision making

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description and Duties

The Fiscal Services Branch, Administrative Services Division, provides timely and customer service based fiscal services policy and procedural advice, service, and support needed for the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) management and employees. The Accounting Section is responsible for the maintenance of accounts and financial records in accordance with State and Departmental policies and procedures.

Under general supervision of the Supervisor II and lead of the Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist), the Accounting Officer (Specialist) performs professional accounting duties of average difficulty in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and financial records.

This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 15th and 30th of each month, and selections can be made. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled or until the exam list is abolished/expires.

LIST ELIGIBILITY - EXAMINATION PROCESS

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Accounting Officer (Specialist) , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more informati on -

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Working Conditions

OEHHA has a hybrid work environment that includes work in an office setting in a high-rise building and telework at home. Office arranged in cubicles, not all of which have direct natural illumination. Time critical assignments are part of the workload. Repetitive motion in using office equipment occurs. Travel to off-site meetings may be required as necessary. Participation in teleconferences and webinars is required. May be required to travel to other OEHHA locations for business related needs as necessary.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Knowledge and experience with accounting, bookkeeping, or auditing duties.
• Experience with training, mentoring, and reviewing the work of other employees.
• Experience with time management (completion of reports, assignments, and tasks by established deadlines).
• Experience gathering and analyzing data (reports, policies, procedures).
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to make determinations and sound judgements (decision making).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at .

Application Information

All applicable fields on the State Application Form (STD. 678) must be filled out completely. Clearly indicate on the Form STD. 678 in the field titled “Examination(s) or Job Titles for Which You Are Applying” the position as Accounting Officer (Specialist)- Job Code (JC) 534842 as indicated on this job announcement and your basis of eligibility (*list eligibility, lateral transfer, reinstatement, etc.). Employment history on your application must be complete with dates, description of duties and responsibilities for each position held, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applicants who do not submit all of the required documentation (incomplete application package) may be eliminated from the selection process.

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 required and must be included.