Health Care Processor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Defined retirement program

Savings Plus 401(k)/457

Telework option

Job summary

Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in Sacramento, CA, is seeking an Accounting Officer, Specialist to process deposits and reclass charges in FI$Cal, manage remittance funds, and resolve cash receipts discrepancies across multiple modules. The role requires hybrid telework with a fixed in-office location at East End Complex, near the Capitol.

The incumbent will work with Remittance Advice, general ledger, and accounts receivable functions, maintaining EFT/ACH records and coordinating

Qualifications

• SOQ required and must describe how education and work experience qualify you for this position.
• Education and transcripts: copies of diploma/degree or unofficial transcripts may be required.
• Desirable qualifications include strong planning, prioritization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process, validate, and complete deposits from Remittance Advice in FI$Cal.
• Reclassify deposits and handle remittance via General Fund and other funds.
• Analyze, research, and resolve cash receipts issues and discrepancies.
• Process Transmittal Requests, General Ledger entries, and Accounts Receivable modules.
• Maintain daily EFT/ACH receipts and coordinate FI$Cal uploads.

Skills

Plan & organize

Prioritization

Time management

Excel

Word

Outlook

Communication

Job description

Health Care Processor 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: 9/28/2026

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role.

About this Role

The Accounting Officer, Specialist (AO) will process, validate, and complete deposits through Remittance Advice (RA) received from State Treasury Office (SCO). Reclass deposits for all processed wires in the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) system. Remit Remote Processing Deposits through General Fund (0001) and other miscellaneous funds for remittance in the FI$Cal system. Analyze, research, and resolve Cash Receipts issues and discrepancies related to the remit, including process of Transmittal Requests (TR), Journal entries (General Ledger Module) and Account Receivable Module. Process and reclass all Redeposit outstanding in SCO9999 on daily basis. Maintain and update daily receipts of Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT's)/Automated Clearing House (ACH's) and communicate with program. Upload Remote Processing System (RPS) textile daily for FI$Cal upload and remit.

Working Conditions

The incumbent will work in a professional office setting located at EEC in Midtown Sacramento, across from the State Capitol. Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Minimum Requirements

• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: East End Complex (EEC)
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DHCS’ purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.

DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.

Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.

This position is located in East End Complex (EEC) across the street from the California State Capitol Park and the Rose Garden. The EEC is walking distance to public transportation and near various eateries.

The Fiscal Program’s Financial Management Division (FMD) works to accomplish DHCS’s mission through fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability of approximately $202.7 billion annually. This is accomplished by overseeing the financial operations of DHCS, including financial reporting, resource management, and budget development and oversight. FMD provides guidance and consultation to programs on funding needs, expenditures, including contracts and purchasing, and audit support, while ensuring funds are accurately reported.

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, double-spaced and using 12-point font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.

• Describe how your education and work experience makes you qualified for this position. Provide specific examples demonstrating how your skills and knowledge will allow you to be successful for this specific position.
• Describe your leadership style and what leadership means to you.

Education and Transcript Requirements

Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Effectively plan, organize and prioritize work
• Manage multiple and/or changing priorities in a fast paced/deadline driven environment with time sensitive projects
• Follow through and ensure deadlines are met
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively both orally and in writing

Benefits

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Sumir Bassanpal
[phone]
[e-mail]

Direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
[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.

Telework & Salary Information

Telework: This position is currently eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required.

All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The DHCS office location for this position is: 1501 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, California 95814.

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement.

Salary: Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for details.

Additional Information

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with your application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at [e-mail] . For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at [phone] 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.