Health Care Processor

California Department of Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, including health, dental, and

Vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Defined retirement program

Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in Sacramento is seeking a Health Care Processor (Accounting Officer, Specialist) to manage remittance deposits, reclassify wires in FI$Cal, and resolve cash receipts discrepancies in a hybrid telework environment.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a salary range of $5,266.00 to $6,591.00 per month and opportunities to contribute to fiscal integrity, accountability, and state program support within the Fiscal Management

Responsibilities

• Process, validate, and complete deposits through Remittance Advice (RA).
• Reclass deposits for all processed wires in FI$Cal system.
• Remit remote processing deposits through General Fund (0001) and other funds for remittance in FI$Cal.
• Analyze, research, and resolve Cash Receipts issues and discrepancies related to remit, including Transmittal Requests (TR) and General Ledger entries.
• Maintain and update daily receipts of EFTs/ACHs and communicate with program.

Job description

Why Join DHCS?

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.

Job Description And Duties

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.

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

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531854

Position #(s): 808-410-4546-785

Working Title: Health Care Processor

Classification: ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

Salary: $5,266.00 - $6,591.00 A

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

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

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.

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.

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).

Final Filing Date: 9/28/2026

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.

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

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 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

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications

Contact Information

Sumir Bassanpal

[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 Officer

[phone]

[e-mail]

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 in this job advertisement for details.

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.