Accounting Officer (Specialist)

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR); Sacramento (CA); Ibrido; USD 61.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

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The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is seeking an Accounting Officer (Specialist) to perform professional accounting duties for CalHR and the State Personnel Board. This role requires strong knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, and standard financial systems.

Responsibilities include financial analysis, reporting, and compliance with state requirements. The position is based in Sacramento with a salary range of $5,422.00 to $6,790.00 monthly, and may include telework

Competenze

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting.
• Knowledge of the uniform accounting system and financial record keeping.
• Knowledge of principles of business management, public finance, and business law.
• Knowledge of CalATERS for travel expense reimbursement.
• Knowledge of FISCal for financial information management.
• Ability to reconcile complex governmental funds and prepare financial statements.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ability to prepare clear, complete, and concise reports.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• Strong analytical, decision making, organizational, time management, and planning skills.

Mansioni

• Under supervision, independently perform professional accounting duties of average difficulty for CalHR and the SPB.
• Work with the Duty Statement and Class Specification to fulfill responsibilities as ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST).

Conoscenze

Accounting principles

Government accounting

Budgeting

Uniform accounting

Public finance

CalATERS

FISCal

Financial statements

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication

Time management

Planning

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This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

• The office is located at 1810 16th Street, Sacramento
• All employees (including OPT students) must provide valid work authorization per Form I-9.
• Please note, CalHR does not provide sponsorship and is not an E-Verified employer.

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here!

This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role.

About This Role

Under the general supervision of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), Accounts Payable Unit, the Accounting Officer (Specialist) independently performs a variety of professional accounting duties of average difficulty for CalHR and the State Personnel Board (SPB).

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

Classification

ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

$5,422.00 - $6,790.00 L/month

• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

• Describe your ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Describe your knowledge and experience with accounts payable and travel reimbursements.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions.
• If you are using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications of the classification, please include your unofficial transcripts. If you are not using education, please bypass this requirement.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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 accounting principles and procedures
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting
• Knowledge of the uniform accounting system and financial record keeping
• Knowledge of principles of business management, public finance, and business law
• Knowledge of California Automated Travel Expense Reimbursement System (CalATERS)
• Knowledge of the Financial Information System for California (Fl$Cal)
• Ability to reconcile complex governmental funds and prepare financial statements
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Ability to prepare clear, complete, and concise reports
• Ability to speak and write effectively
• Strong analytical, decision making, organizational, time management, and planning skills