Financial Reporting & Accounting Manager

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Free parking

On-site fitness centers

Job summary

Covered California seeks a Financial Reporting & Accounting Manager to lead the compilation and analysis of accounting transactions and to prepare financial statements. You will direct a team of technical accounting staff and collaborate with leadership to ensure audit readiness.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, policy development, and external-audit support, with telework eligibility and a hybrid work arrangement in Sacramento county.

Qualifications

• Experience with budgetary fund modified accrual and full accrual accounting.
• Deep knowledge of GASB, GAAP, SAM, Government Code and related statutes.
• Proficient in FI$Cal/PeopleSoft, Excel, and Word.
• Experience drafting and presenting complex year-end financial statements.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to work with staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accounting policies, processes, and procedures.
• Support external audits and inquiries with the leadership team.
• Coach staff and conduct annual performance appraisals.
• Serve on the senior leadership team and report to the Deputy Director.

Skills

Financial reporting

FI$Cal knowledge

Leadership

Team supervision

Analytical skills

Tools

FI$Cal/PeopleSoft

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Covered California

JC-532117 - Financial Reporting & Accounting Manager ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR III

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00 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: 9/30/2026

Are you a skilled accounting manager with strong financial reporting expertise, working knowledge of FI$Cal, and a track record of sound business judgment? As Covered California's Financial Reporting and Accounting Manager you will lead the compilation and analysis of accounting transactions and prepare financial statements, while directing the daily work of a team of technical accounting staff.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain the accounting policies, processes, and procedures that keep our financial statements accurate and audit ready.
• Support external audits and control agency inquiries alongside the Financial Management Division's leadership.
• Grow your team's capabilities through coaching, probation reports, and annual performance appraisals.
• Serve as a member of the Financial Management Division's senior leadership team, reporting to the Deputy Director, Accounting and Accounting Systems Operations.

If you are ready to bring advanced analytical skills and consistent good judgment to a high-impact accounting operation, we encourage you to apply.

Covered California isn't just a workplace, it's a mission-driven community dedicated to ensuring healthcare accessibility and affordability for all Californians.

At Covered California, we recognize our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a variety of career fields that help make a difference in the lives of Californians, and we’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Learn more about why you should join the Financial Management Division .

This position is headquartered in Sacramento County, EXPO 1601 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. Travel expenses associated with commuting to the employee’s office headquarters location are not reimbursable, other than authorized transit subsidies.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please access the exam bulletin.

Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment . If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list.

Covered California does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

Effective July 1, 2025, in response to the budget deficit, the Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee working their assigned work schedule receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027.

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

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for telework. In accordance with Government Code section 14200, only employees who reside in California are eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Covered California’s current telework policy. While Covered California supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR III

Classification

Classification: ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR III $9,572.00 - $10,867.00 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

Work Shift

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Week

Monday - Friday

Department Information

Covered California works to improve the health of all Californians by assuring their access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Our employees are the vital link that ensures that our vision, mission, and values are fully realized and are the driving force that allows us to continually provide exceptional service to those who need it most.

We offer an award-winning wellness program, inclusive and diverse atmosphere, employee recognition programs, on site fitness centers at our Sacramento and Service Center locations, and free parking at all of our locations!

Life can change in an instant – so can your career!

Visit our website to learn more about why Covered California is an employer of choice.

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions: A SOQ is required to apply. The SOQ will be used as a pre-interview screening tool. Applicants who do not follow the SOQ instructions and/or do not answer the prompt as stated below may not be considered.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Where assistive tools may be used, responses within the SOQ should be your own original work. Applicants must write in their own words and avoid plagiarism. Failure to comply may be cause for disqualification.

1. Please describe your experience managing a section that includes multiple accounting units. How do you set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time across all units?
2. Please describe your experience leading or supervising the preparation of complex financial accounting analyses and reports and communicating results to management or other stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications

• Accounting Frameworks: Core accounting mastery in both budgetary fund modified accrual and full accrual accounting and reporting.
• Financial and Accounting Compliance: Deep knowledge of accounting information systems, GASB, GAAP, the State Administrative Manual (SAM), Government Code, and relevant statutes.
• System & Software: Proficient in FI$Cal/PeopleSoft, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
• Year-End Reporting: Experience managing year-end financial reporting across Budgetary Legal, GAAP; writing financial statements, reports, and complexanalysis.
• Interpersonal Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate effectively and positively to all staff levels.
• Process Presentation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with specialized experience preparing and presenting complex accounting processes.

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, Retirement, and an array of other options. For more information on the benefits offered by the State of California, please see below.

Human Resources Contact

Employment & Classification Services Unit

[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]

[e-mail]

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.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Background Check: All applicants shall be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation to disclose criminal records.

Incompatible Activities

• You must not be employed by or otherwise affiliated with health insurance carriers, other insurers, agents, brokers, health care professionals, health facilities, or health clinics, or trade associations of any of these entities. This also means that you must not hold an active license to sell health insurance in California.
• You must not hold an active license to sell health insurance in California.
• Health care professionals are welcome to join our team, provided you do not receive payment for professional services and do not hold ownership or financial interests in a health care practice.

Conflict of Interest: This position is also designated under Covered California’s Conflict of Interest Code. This means if you’re selected to join us, you’ll be required to disclose certain financial interests, including of a spouse, that could potentially interfere with your ability to perform your duties impartially and with the best interests of the public in mind. You may also be disqualified from participating in decisions that may affect those financial interests.

Please email any questions or concerns you may have prior to accepting a final offer of employment to [e-mail].

Transcripts: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.

Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

If you have additional questions regarding this advertisement or are having issues applying through CalCareers, please contact the Employment & Classification Services Unit at 916-228-8386 or [e-mail].

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.