Accounting Officer (Specialist)

CalRecycle; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

CalRecycle in Sacramento County is seeking an Accounting Officer (Specialist) to perform complex accounting functions, AFITS/Accounting Branch duties, and AR reconciliations in a medium to large accounting office. Responsibilities include preparing and tracking AR reports, analyzing receivables for completeness, and ensuring timely billings under the SAM and PRC.

As of July 1, 2026, the position is office-centered with a four-day in-office requirement and potential hybrid telework, subject to

Responsibilities

• Perform AR functions and complex reconciliations in a government accounting office.
• Prepare monthly AR reports and analyze receivables for accuracy per SAM/PRC.

Job description

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-536388

Position #(s): 835-313-4546-001

Working Title: Accounting Officer (Specialist)

Classification: ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

$5,266.00 - $6,591.00 A

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

Shall Consider: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

$4,442.00 - $5,296.00 A

# of Positions: 2

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials.

Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.

CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.

CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.

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

Job Description And Duties

REPOST: If you have previously applied for this position under JC-523126, you will need to reapply to be considered for this position.

Under the general supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, the Accounting Officer (Specialist) is responsible for utilizing technical expertise and analytical skills in the performance of complex accounting functions AFITS/Accounting Branch/Fiscal Operations Section/Accounts Receivable Unit at CalRecycle a medium to large-complex accounting office.

This position is responsible for duties related to the accounts receivable (AR) functions within the departmental accounting office. This requires knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, governmental accounting, the uniform accounting system, related laws, rules and regulations, and principles of business management to prepare and track various monthly accounts receivable reports and complex reconciliations, analyze accounts receivables for completeness and accuracy, and ensure billings are processed according to the State Administrative Manual (SAM) and regulations as set forth in Public Resources Code (PRC).

As of July 1st, 2026, the position is office-centered, and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarter location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense.

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