Governmental General Ledger Staff

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) in California is seeking a Governmental General Ledger Staff to perform fund accounting tasks, analyze appropriations and expenditures, and prepare journal entries and PFAs. This role requires strong GAAP knowledge, GASB guidelines, and the ability to interpret complex financial data while coordinating with program managers and control agencies.

The position offers hybrid work arrangements in Sacramento and is permanent, full-time, with a monthly salary

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting procedures and automated accounting software.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GASB guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cooperatively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform fund accounting duties and analyze appropriations and expenditures.
• Prepare journal entries and PFAs and maintain accurate accounting records through reconciliation reports.
• Communicate with program managers, control agencies, and division staff; interpret financial data and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Job description

Job Posting:Governmental General Ledger Staff

Department of Water Resources

JC-537235 -

JC-537235 - Governmental General Ledger Staff
ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

$5,266.00 - $6,591.00 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: 11/12/2026

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Accounting Officer (Specialist) in the Governmental Accounting Office will perform accounting tasks that require an understanding of accounting processes using various business systems. The incumbent is responsible for fund accounting duties, including analyzing appropriations and expenditures, preparing journal entries and Plan of Financial Adjustments (PFAs), and maintaining accurate accounting records through reconciliation reports. This role demands effective communication with program managers, control agencies, and division staff, alongside a strong ability to interpret financial data, solve problems, and ensure compliance with various accounting standards and regulations.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) $5,266.00 - $6,591.00A 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:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Fiscal Services, General Accounting Branch, Governmental Accounting Office, DWR Headquarters, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature.We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The ideal candidate for the Accounting Officer (Specialist) position should possess an understanding of accounting procedures and processes. Proficiency in using automated accounting software is essential, alongside a good understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and organizational capacity are crucial for success in this role. The candidate should also demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a proven ability to work cooperatively in teams and with various internal and external parties.

Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit.The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact:
Theresa Nunez
[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:
Office of Civil Rights
[phone]
[e-mail]

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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.