Associate Accounting Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of Accounting Administrator I, the Associate Accounting Analyst, will perform in a complex, multi-funded department. Independently working with Financial Information System for California (Fi$Cal) in identifying and resolving problems, conducting complex research and analysis, gathering data and making suggestions on reporting financial data. Responsible for internal accounting problem resolutions, testing, training, documentation, implementation, evaluation, and processing of General Ledger (GL) information including Assets, Revenue and Receivables through Fi$Cal. Serves as General Ledger and Accounts Receivable person for Internal and/or External Auditors, and other State Agencies. Conducts queries in Fi$Cal to obtain current financial data for management. Knowledge of Fixed Asset Accounts which includes depreciation, survey, new fixed asset purchase. Coordinates monthly and year-end closing and financial reports. Also, may be assigned various special projects.

Telework

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given.

Visa Sponsorship

The Department of Technology does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

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Working Conditions

This position requires full-time hours. An alternate work schedule is available. Due to operational business needs, vacation may not be taken during the months of July, August, and September.

Special Requirements

When using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications for this position, applicants must submit a copy of their unofficial college transcript(s) with their application. Applicants selected for appointment will be required to provide official, sealed college transcript(s) prior to their appointment.

Foreign Education

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States must submit a foreign education credential evaluation that verifies the equivalency of their education to a degree earned at an accredited college or university in the United States. It is the applicant's responsibility to obtain and submit the credential evaluation with their application.

A list of foreign credential evaluation services is available through the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) – For exam use only.

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number in any of the submitted documents.

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 the uniform accounting system and the financial organization and procedures of the State of California, policies, rules, and regulations of the Legislature, State Controller, State Treasurer, Department of Finance, and central control agencies as they relate to State agency financial management activities
• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting
• Knowledge of principles of electronic data processing; principles of policy formulation
• Knowledge of statistical methods
• Knowledge of principles of finance; business law; principles of business management
• Ability to apply accounting principles and practices
• Ability to analyze data and draw sound conclusions
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive, and concise reports
• Ability to apply statistical methods
• Ability to analyze a variety of accounting data and identify trends, make projections, and draw conclusions
• Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations with regard to accounting problems
• Ability to work closely with operating managers to identify accounting office capabilities as they apply to a variety of program needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work; interpret and apply laws, rules, standards and procedures; and communicate effectively

Benefits

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

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 10/2023. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Note : Applications MUST include the “From dates“ and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week”, and “Duties Performed” fields for all job listed in the “Employment History” fields, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. Reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.

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.