Associate Accounting Analyst

California Department of Aging; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Aging seeks an Associate Accounting Analyst to independently perform complex accounting duties, review procedures, and develop policies. The role utilizes the FI$Cal system, GAAP guidelines, and Microsoft Office to support cash analysis and year-end reporting.

Under the supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, the incumbent safeguards assets and ensures compliance with fiscal policies while contributing to process improvements across the accounting function.

Qualifications

• Experience with state accounting systems, ledgers and processes.
• Knowledge of GAAP and state fiscal policies.
• Proficiency in preparing cash analysis and year-end reports.
• Experience developing accounting procedures or policies.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform difficult accounting duties requiring understanding of the State accounting system, ledgers, and processes.
• Review proposals to change accounting procedures; prepare cash analysis reports; coordinate year-end reports.
• Develop accounting procedures or policies; participate in analytical studies and improvement projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting procedures

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

Tools

FI$Cal

Microsoft Office

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533264

Position #(s): 797-634-4588-950

Working Title: Associate Accounting Analyst

Classification: ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Salary: $6,330.00 - $7,929.00 A

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

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State. The Department administers funds allocated under the federal Older Americans Act, the Older Californians Act, and through the Medi-Cal program.

Recognizing that California's over-65 population is projected to grow to 8.6 million by 2030, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-14-19 calling for the creation of a Master Plan for Aging to be developed by December - 2020. The Master Plan will serve as a blueprint that can be used by state government, local communities, private organizations and philanthropy to build environments that promote healthy aging. CDA will play an integral part in the development and implementation of the Master Plan.

To Learn More About CDA, Visit: https://www.aging.ca.gov/

To learn more about the Master Plan for Aging activities and status, visit: https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/

To learn more about the Master Plan and the Governor's Executive Order, visit: https://www.chhs.ca.gov/home/master-plan-for-aging/

Job Description And Duties

Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

About This Role

Under the direction of the Accounting Administrator I (AA I), the Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) independently performs the more difficult accounting duties which require an understanding of the State accounting system, ledgers, and processes throughout the accounting section; reviewing proposals to change accounting procedures; preparing cash analysis reports for management and coordinating the completion of year-end reports; developing accounting and operational procedures or policies; and participating in analytical studies and improvement projects related to the state's accounting practices. The incumbent ensures the safeguarding of assets and ensures compliance with fiscal and accounting policies applicable to the job. All work is completed by utilizing the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) laws and rules, the General Accounting Accepted Principles (GAAP), State Controller's Office (SCO) rules and regulations, State Administration Manual (SAM), State Government Code and Statutes, and internal operations manuals utilizing the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), Microsoft Office, meetings, one-on-ones, telephones, and emails.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Aging must apply and compete through the State recruitment process ( 3 Steps To A State Job ). Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Aging, please contact the Human Resources Branch at [e-mail].

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

Special Requirements

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code . The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.