ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

State Water Resources Control Board in Sacramento, CA seeks an Associate Accounting Analyst. The role, in Transactions Section 2, involves handling payments, vouchers, and year-end processes within a hybrid schedule (four days in the office, one day telework).

Initial training requires full-time in-office presence. Requirements include transcripts, degree (if applicable), and knowledge of accounts payable, encumbrances, and FI$Cal/CalSTARS.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Accounts Payables and Purchase Orders/Contracts
• Experience with government accounting principles and year-end close activities
• Familiarity with FI$Cal/CalSTARS and related reporting systems

Responsibilities

• Audit, post to the general ledger, and schedule invoices for payments.
• Review vouchers, encumbrances, and approve disbursements.
• Assist with coordination of year-end processes for tanks payments and multi-fund issues.
• Review GLRF/STD215 forms for allowability and appropriateness.

Skills

Integrity

Initiative

Dependability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

FI$Cal/CalSTARS

Excel

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Posting:ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

State Water Resources Control Board

JC-530602 -

JC-530602 - ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

$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: 9/16/2026

Job Description and Duties

Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify.

Currently, this position operates under a hybrid telework plan of four days in the office and one day of telework. The initial training period for this position will require the candidate to work 100% in the office.

The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Administration Services has an opening for an Associate Accounting Analyst in our Accounting department for our Transactions Section 2. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

To be considered for this position, applicant must provide a COPY of unofficial transcripts and degree (if applicable) at the same time of application submission, however, please be aware that OFFICIAL transcripts must be provided prior to appointment.

Duties:

Under the general direction of an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the State and Regional Board’s Strategic Plan, the incumbent is expected to be courteous and provide timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and to solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments.

Act as the primary contact for Cleanup Fund payments and encumbrances. Identify issues with disbursement requests and research SCUFIIS, STEPS, FI$Cal, and Transfer Letters to document and recommend solutions. Review and approve vouchers, encumbrances, and provide feedback. Review the quality of work by lower-level accounting staff to maintain effective control, accountability, and timeliness. Assist with coordination of year-end processes for tanks payments. Independently review agreements on the Grant and Loan Request Form (GLRF) and STD215 forms and complete Approval Checklist to ensure costs are allowable and appropriate. Audit, post to the general ledger, and schedule invoices for payments. Work independently with staff and program staff to resolve the more difficult problems including multi-fund issues, time extensions, reverting appropriations, cash transfer letters, and year-end accruals.

Overtime during peak periods, such as yearend, may be required.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.

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

Working Conditions

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.

In accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and GC 14200, the successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Proof of residency may be required.

Salary Information

Salary Information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements

• ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Additional Minimum Requirements

• RPA# 26‑600‑030 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
• To be considered for this position, applicant must provide a COPY of unofficial transcripts and degree (if applicable) at the same time of application submission, however, please be aware that OFFICIAL transcripts must be provided prior to appointment.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members .

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with Accounts Payables
• Knowledge and experience with Contracts and/or Purchase Orders
• Knowledge and experience with Reportable Payments and/or 1099 Requirements
• Knowledge and experience with governmental accounting principles, methods, and procedures
• Knowledge and experience with reconciliations
• Knowledge and experience with FI$Cal/CalSTARS and year-end close activities
• Above average knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including spreadsheet and database training/experience
• Knowledge and experience with Other (Non-FI$Cal/CalSTARS) Accounting Financial Systems
• Knowledge and experience presenting and providing training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to be flexible in a complex environment with multiple priorities
• Maintain consistent and excellent attendance
• Ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor at all times

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using Arial size 12 pt. font, and normal margins.

The Statement of Qualifications should be no longer than two pages in length and must indicate your total years of experience explaining your knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Describe your knowledge and experience with Accounts Payable
• Describe your knowledge and experience with Purchase Orders and/or Contracts
• Describe your knowledge and experience with Excel or other spreadsheet application.
• Describe your knowledge and experience with Fi$Cal (Peoplesoft) or other Accounting Financial System

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated may not be considered.

For guidance on writing effective SOQs, visit: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.

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.

Department Information

The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The Water Boards value 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 preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.

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

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.

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