ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

State pension

401K/457 program

Job summary

State of California seeks a Travel Claims Specialist to review, audit, and approve employee travel reimbursement claims using CalATERS Global and FI$Cal. You will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CalHR travel rules and SAM policies.

The role supports process improvements, training materials, and internal controls within a collaborative team in the California Department of Public Health. Hybrid telework options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and approving travel reimbursement claims in CalATERS Global, FI$Cal, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of CalHR travel rules, SAM, MOUs, and state policies.
• Ability to analyze financial transactions and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, edit, and approve travel reimbursement claims in CalATERS Global.
• Ensure compliance with CalHR, SAM, SCO policies and MOUs.
• Identify, research, and resolve system or interface issues in FI$Cal and CalATERS.

Skills

Travel claims review

CalATERS experience

FI$Cal knowledge

Data validation

Analytical skills

Tools

CalATERS Global

FI$Cal

Job description

Travel Claims Specialist
ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

$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: 9/4/2026

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I Supervisor, the incumbent performs professional accounting, analytical, and administrative duties related to the review, audit, editing, and approval of employee travel reimbursement claims in the California Automated Travel Expense Reimbursement System (CalATERS) Global. The incumbent ensures claims are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) travel rules, the State Administrative Manual (SAM), the State Controller’s Office (SCO) policies, applicable Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), Bargaining Unit (BU) agreements, Government Code, and departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent will perform professional accounting duties by verifying the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions, applying internal controls, and ensuring expenditures are properly authorized and recorded in accordance with state and departmental fiscal requirements. They will utilize CalATERS Global and related financial systems to process travel claims and demonstrate knowledge of system functionality, accounting codes, system uploads, and the interface between CalATERS Global and the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal). As well as identify, research, and resolve system or interface issues to ensure successful processing of transactions. In addition, the incumbent participates in developing and improving procedures, training materials, and business processes to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve customer service. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills and thrives in a collaborative, high-performing team environment committed to FI$Cal integrity and continuous improvement.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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

Working Conditions

Telework Information :

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS $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

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. The Financial Management Division (FMD), within the CDPH Administration Division, is responsible for the preparation, analysis and management of the Department’s budget, maintenance of accounting records and financial data, and acts as the liaison with the Department of Finance (DOF), Legislative Analyst’s Office, Legislative Budget staff, and the federal government on budget and fiscal matters affecting the Department.

FMD is located in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across from the beautiful State Capitol Park and World Peace Rose Garden.

• medical, dental, and vision benefits
• a state pension
• the participation in the state’s 401K/457 program

* The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and approving travel reimbursement claims in CalATERS Global, FI$Cal, or similar financial systems.
• Knowledge of California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) travel rules, the State Administrative Manual (SAM), MOUs, departmental policies, and state accounting principles.
• Ability to analyze financial transactions, identify discrepancies, and resolve complex issues independently.
• Experience with financial system interfaces, uploads, data validation, and troubleshooting processing errors.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Emalee Doll
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
[phone]

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.

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 workplace. 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.