SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) JC-481039

California Department of Public Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 5,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Public Health is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist to perform advanced accounting duties essential to the organization. Responsibilities include processing complex invoices and leading a team to improve financial operations. This role emphasizes a commitment to equity, diversity, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Expert in accounts payable, vendor payments, and issue resolution.
• Skilled in FI$Cal AP, invoice processing, and compliance.
• Experience in contract payments and record maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Process complex invoice payments and handle expenditure corrections.
• Contribute to improvements in CDPH’s financial structure.
• Support operational efficiency within the Invoice Payment Team.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Vendor Payments

Issue Resolution

Data Analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

FI$Cal

Job description

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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 optimizing the health and well-being of the people in California. The Financial Management Division (FMD) 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. The Financial Management Division (FMD) provides the accounting and budget support necessary to maintain a financially strong enterprise. The FMD is located in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across the street from the beautiful Capitol Park Rose Garden.

• Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
• Check out How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
• Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
• The CDPH does not currently use E-Verify for employment verification.
• The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
• New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) mission and strategic goals by performing advanced accounting duties that require comprehensive understanding of the entire accounting process.

As a unit lead, the incumbent will:

• Independently process complex invoice payments.
• Handle the most challenging expenditure corrections and financial transactions within the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) automated accounting system.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements related to CDPH’s financial structure.
• Support operational efficiency and accuracy within the Invoice Payment Team.

This position works under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) of the Invoice Payment Team I.

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:

• Payables Experience - Expert in accounts payable (AP), vendor payments, and issue resolution.
• FI$Cal Experience - Skilled in FI$Cal AP, invoice processing, vendor payments, compliance, and issue resolution.
• Contract Payment Experience - Expert in contract payments, terms adherence, invoice review, vendor coordination, and dispute resolution.
• Reconciliation Experience - Skilled in reconciling FI$Cal vendor payments, resolving issues, and streamlining with Excel.
• Expenditure Correction Experience - Skilled in correcting expenditure errors, data analysis, record maintenance, and policy adherence.
• Year-End Closing Experience - Skilled in year-end AP closing, log reconciliation, compliance, audit prep, and issue resolution.
• Prompt Payment Penalty - Skilled in calculating prompt payment penalties, compliance, efficient processing, and issue resolution.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

An SOQ is a narrative discussion regarding how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skill meet the Desirable Qualifications for the position. The SOQ responses are also evaluated for writing ability. Please address the SOQ by using specific examples of your education, training and experience.

For additional information on writing an SOQ, please visit How to Write Engaging SOQ's for CDPH.

The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be no more than two pages in length. Resumes and/or cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications submitted without an SOQ will not be considered for an interview. Please submit a SOQ by responding to the questions below.

• Describe how your educational and professional background makes you a good fit for this position.
• Describe (3) strengths that make you the best candidate for this position.
• Describe your career goals and where you see yourself in the next (5) years

Eligibility Information

If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.

Please go to CalHR’s website to review the Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) exam bulletin.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. 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.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office 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 duty statement.

Final Filing Date: 6/25/2025

Job Code #: JC-481039

Position #(s): 580-110-4567-031

Working Title: Senior Claims Specialist

Classification: SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at [e-mail] or [phone].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Public Health

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Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Pension plan

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