Travel and Payroll Unit Accountant Trainee

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a motivated individual for the Travel and Payroll Unit Accountant Trainee position. This role involves learning accounting functions, ensuring fiscal integrity, and participating in the development of the Financial Information System for California. The candidate will work in a friendly environment with opportunities for telework and professional development.

Benefits

100% discount on public transit passes

100% reimbursement on public transit passes

100% reimbursement for vanpool drivers and riders

Qualifications

• Must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) detailing interest and qualifications.
• Candidates must include unofficial transcripts if meeting qualifications with education.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform various accounting functions in the Travel and Payroll Unit.
• Ensure timely issuance and clearance of employee accounts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Judgment

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Posting:Travel and Payroll Unit Accountant Trainee

Department of Social Services

JC-477647 -

JC-477647 - Travel and Payroll Unit Accountant Trainee
ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

The Accounting Disbursements Bureau is recruiting one motivated self-starter seeking a challenging,exciting, and friendly working environment with a variety of work assignments at the AccountantTrainee/Accounting Officer, Specialist (AT/AO-Spec) level in the Travel and Payroll Unit.

Accountant Trainee (AT)
The AT, in a training environment, will learn to be responsible for utilizing accounting expertise andanalytical skills to complete assignments in the Travel and Payroll Unit. The AT learns to performvarious accounting functions as they relate to the maintenance of CDSS' fiscal integrity by ensuringtimely issuance and clearance of employee accounts and the policies and payment processesrelated to payroll and travel expense claim reimbursement. The AT will participate in thedevelopment, implementation, and maintenance of the Financial Information System for California(FI$Cal) to meet daily operational needs.

Accounting Officer, Specialist (AO-Spec)
This position performs various accounting functions as it relates to the maintenance of CDSS' fiscalintegrity by ensuring timely issuance and clearance of employee accounts and the policies andpayment processes related to payroll and travel expense claim reimbursement. The AO-Spec willwork with Personnel Bureau analysts to ensure accurate and timely processing and distribution of allpayroll related documents within the guidelines set forth in the Payroll Procedures Manual. TheAO-Spec will participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of FI$Cal to meetdaily operational needs.

Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey .

Would you like more information regarding career opportunities with the CDSS? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at [e-mail] and include the job classification and job control number in the subject line. Information about applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job .

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

Working Conditions

This position has been designated as eligible for telework.The position requires weekly scheduled, in-person attendance.

This work location is very convenient! The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Please note, if this position is being advertised in multiple locations, the headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE
• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

Travel and Payroll Unit Accountant Trainee

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a standard application (STD. 678). In the 'Examinations' section of the STD. 678, you must indicate your appointment eligibility (list, transfer, permissive reinstatement, etc. ) and reference the Position number and Job Control (JC) number.

A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. The SOQ must: be in 12 pt. Arial font; have 1" margins; be limited to no more than two (2) single-sided pages; be in narrative form (no bullet points); and detail your interest in the Department of Social Services and how your education and experience qualifies you for the position. Applicants are encouraged to provide unofficial transcripts. Only complete applications that include a SOQ will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2025

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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Attn: Classification & Pay Unit P.O.Box 944243 Sacramento , CA 94244-2430

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Classification & Pay Unit 744 P Street, MS 8-15-58 Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2025

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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Attn: Classification & Pay Unit P.O.Box 944243 Sacramento , CA 94244-2430

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Classification & Pay Unit 744 P Street, MS 8-15-58 Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

Successful candidates will possess:

. Outstanding analytical skills.

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

. Exceptional follow-through and customer service skills.

. The ability to work well under pressure.

. The ability to use sound judgment and flexibility to adjust workload when necessary.

. The ability to work independently and in a team environment.

. A working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Supriya Nair
[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.

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 Office
[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.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete through the state hiring and recruitment process.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement:

Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary. For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at: [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.