Associate Accounting Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst is responsible for independently providing full accounting and financial services, performs highly complex analytical duties and has responsibility for the budgetary and financial reporting activities of the Department of Transportation Bond Funds (Governmental Cost and Non-Governmental Cost). Duties include accurate recording, reconciliation and reporting of accounting general ledgers and appropriations within the funds assigned while maintaining the proper internal controls. This position requires an understanding of the entire State Fund Accounting process along with the ability to use the necessary computer applications such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint and Advantage system. All work is completed by applying the General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), State Controller’s Office (SCO) rules and regulations, State Administrative Manual (SAM), and Uniform Codes Manual (UCM).

PARF# 81-6-031 / JC-485756

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Associate Accounting Analyst exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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

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Working Conditions

Position located at 1820 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, Sacramento County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

• Transcripts is required.

• Resume required.

• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

SOQ question:

1. Describe how your knowledge and experience make you a valuable candidate. Please provide examples of your experience and knowledge with month-end reconciliations and year-end financial reporting.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
• Knowledge of California State budget, SAM, UCM and Government Code.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
• Ability to establish workload priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and other computer applications.
• Self-driven, reliable, and a positive attitude.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-485756), PARF# 81-6-031 and title of the position (Associate Accounting Analyst) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

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 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 -

  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.