ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking an Associate Accounting Analyst to perform professional accounting, reconciliation, and analytical duties within the Cash Receipts Unit. You will research and reconcile complex transactions, resolve issues, and maintain the integrity of cash receipt records.

Under supervision, you will provide guidance to staff, participate in audits, and support financial operations with potential telework.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends or issues.
• Clear communication, both written and verbal.
• Experience with FI$Cal system.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs professional accounting, reconciliation, and analytical duties within the Cash Receipts Unit.
• Researches, analyzes, and reconciles complex accounting transactions related to monthly bank reconciliation, uncleared collections, and dishonored check accounts.
• Reviews financial transactions for accuracy; resolves issues and implements corrective actions to maintain integrity of cash receipt records.
• Leads staff, provides technical guidance, and assists with transaction coding issues.
• Participates in audits and special projects.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to reconcile

Attention to detail

Financial data analysis

Clear communication

FI$Cal experience

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Tools

FI$Cal

Job description

Associate Accounting Analyst

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Job Control Number: JC-533037

$6,330.00 - $7,929.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/8/2026

Join the Accounting Services Branch as we support the programs carrying out the mission of the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Under the direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst performs professional accounting, and reconciliation, and analytical duties within the Cash Receipts Unit. The incumbent is responsible for researching, analyzing, and reconciling complex accounting transactions related to monthly bank reconciliation, uncleared collections, and dishonored check accounts for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). The incumbent reviews financial transactions for accuracy, resolves current and historical and reconciling items, processes revenue corrections, and implements corrective actions to maintain the integrity of the Department’s cash receipt records. As lead staff, the incumbent provides technical guidance to program staff, assists with transaction coding issues, participates in audits and special projects. All duties are performed in accordance with Accounting Services Branch policies, the State Administrative Manual, State Controller’s Office requirements, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

The position is headquartered in the Natural Resources Building located in downtown Sacramento. The office is right next to Light Rail for an easy commute and features ergonomic furniture, panoramic downtown views, a free employee gym, a cafeteria and bodega, and adjacent childcare.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be 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.

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Telework: Hybrid

Work Location: Natural Resources Building, downtown Sacramento.

Working Conditions

Ability to use a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Time off may not be granted during the year-end Financial Statement period. Work with staff statewide to complete work assignments. Required to attend offsite meetings using private or public transportation, or other means of transportation such as walking between locations. Position is located in a high-rise building. This position offers the possibility of a hybrid telework schedule depending on operational needs.

Minimum Requirements

• ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Desirable Qualifications

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends or issues.
• Clear communication, both written and verbal.
• Experience with FI$Cal system.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Contact Information

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

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.

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
[phone]
[e-mail]

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

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.