Support Analyst

California Department of Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, including health, dental, and

Vision insurance

Paid Holidays and vacation

Defined retirement program

Savings Plus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is seeking a Support Analyst (Associate Administrative Analyst Accounting Systems) to act as the FI$Cal Services Unit SME for HR modernization initiatives (WorkDay). The role involves design input, coordination with contractors, ETS, and HRD, and ensuring proper accounting for labor and cost allocation.

The position requires complex accounting analysis, month-end activities, labor distribution in FI$Cal/WorkDay, and guidance on GAAP.

Qualifications

• ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on GAAP and accounting practices in FI$Cal/WorkDay systems.
• Maintain FI$Cal coding and WorkDay configuration for HR systems.
• Perform complex accounting analysis, month-end/year-end activities, and labor distribution.

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

About this Role

The Associate Administrative Analyst (Accounting Systems) will serve as the Fi$Cal Services Unit (FSU) Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of the DHCS’ Human Resources Modernization Project (WorkDay) by supporting the design, testing, implementation, and adoption of new HR systems and processes required for FMD Accounting and FSU. The incumbent is responsible for attending meetings and design sessions, providing input; and working with contractors, Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) and the Human Resources Division (HRD) staff to ensure that Accounting has a HR Mod system that streamlines our business processes related to labor, cost allocation, and collection/tracking of salary advances. The incumbent is responsible for table maintenance of the coding for WorkDay which requires the incumbent to independently analyze and review FI$Cal coding (new Reporting Structures, Service Locations, etc.) and requests from budget analysts, programs and Accounting staff. This position requires the incumbent to perform complex analysis and reconciliation of accounting records; participate in month-end and year-end activities; perform monthly labor distribution in the FI$Cal and WorkDay systems; and provide guidance to program staff and accounting staff regarding all aspects of accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The incumbent will also assist and participate in the streamlining of existing cost allocation processes as they relate to labor distribution.

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This is a re-advertisement of JC-525950. If you previously applied under JC-525950, you would need to re-apply under this new Job Control, JC-529309 in order to be considered.

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

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details. This role requires 4 days in-office attendance. DHCS is situated in midtown Sacramento on the second floor of a professional office building. Typical work requires prolonged sitting using a computer, calculator, and telephone, and interaction with co-workers and outside vendors. It’s conveniently located directly across from the scenic Capitol Park and State Capitol with access to public transportation, ample parking options, close to numerous restaurants and grocery stores for your convenience.

Minimum Requirements

• ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

Final Filing Date

8/31/2026

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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-529309

Position #(s)

808-410-5304-048

Working Title

Support Analyst

Classification

ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

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

Salary

$6,330.00 - $7,929.00 A

# 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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work
• Ability to manage multiple and /or changing priorities in a fast paced/deadline driven environment with time sensitive projects
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively both orally and writing
• Participate in fiscal year-end activities
• Strong time management skills to complete tasks and meet deadlines regularly

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

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary .

DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact:
Linlin Chen
[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

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
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.

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.