Miscellaneous Billing Specialist

Job Description and Duties

The Accounting Operations section is recruiting for a motivated self-starter seeking a challenging, exciting and friendly working environment with a variety of work assignments at the Accountant I (Specialist) level within the Accounts Receivable (AR) unit. The incumbent will work as a Miscellaneous Billing Specialist performing semi-professional accounting work including reviewing, adjusting, and processing miscellaneous billing items as well as maintaining and reconciling Lottery accounting records related to Accounts Receivable. The incumbent initiates all necessary research, reasons logically and solves accounting problems by understanding and interpreting the goals, mission, laws, rules, and policies of the State and the Department. For a more detailed listing of duties, please see the attached duty statement.

This position requires a current Accountant I (Specialist) exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered at the Lottery Headquarters in Sacramento. This position is not eligible for telework.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team

• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace

• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation

• Recognize individual and team contributions

• Support the importance of work-life balance

• Invest in the professional development of our team members

• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

This is a re-advertisement, if you have already applied no need to re-apply.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The office temperature is regulated with air conditioning and heating. The entire area is illuminated with natural and artificial lighting.
a. Schedule: Monday - Friday
b. Travel: No
c. Other: N/A

Special Requirements

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commissio n if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
• The position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment . 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:

• Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other software/technology.
• Knowledge of basic principles of accounting or financial record keeping and basic principles of Accounting.
• Ability to follow and interpret established policies and procedures including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), CalHR,SAM, Government Codes, and Management Memos
• Ability to research, analyze, develop, present and implement recommendations about financial records
• Positive and effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to manage and complete multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to analyze data and draw logical conclusions
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Benefits

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

Position Location

Sacramento Headquarters
700 N 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.