Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the incumbent will utilize knowledge of applicable State laws, governmental accounting principles, and processes prescribed the State Controller’s Office (SCO) and/or the Commission on State Mandates (CSM), the incumbent will perform professional accounting tasks to establish and maintain accounts and records relating to state-mandated and other cost reimbursement programs.

The incumbent, operating at the entry level, with a progression of independence over time, learns and performs the full range of professional accounting duties.

Duties Performed:

(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)

• Perform comprehensive analysis (desk reviews) of the less complex claims filed under the state-mandated and other cost reimbursement programs and make necessary adjustments to reduce program costs not in compliance with SCO claiming instructions, the CSM’s approved Parameters & Guidelines (Ps & Gs), and statutes.

• Receive and process claims for payment using the Local Reimbursement System (LRSys) and/or Excel worksheets for accounts payable sand accounts receivables.

• Process payments and offsets for reimbursement claims according to budget appropriations and applicable interest.

• Utilize FI$Cal to process journal entries, find appropriation balances, view appropriation transaction history, and perform research as necessary.

• Assist in research and analyze proposed and chaptered bills, statutes, executive orders, legal opinions, and procedures for their effect on the section; prepare legislation bill analysis and Budget Change Proposals; and provide timely recommendations to management.

• Write, revise, and review claiming instructions and forms in accordance with CSM’s approved Ps & Gs and statutes to provide guidance and for use by claimants in filing claims for state-mandated and other cost reimbursement programs.

• Conduct research and respond to inquiries from stakeholders, including local government entities, CSM, legislative staff, and the Department of Finance.

• Attend and participate in hearings, meetings, workshops, and conferences related to the section.

• Assist the Senior Fiscal Analyst in collaboration with the Information Systems Division for projects that enhance features and functions of the LRSys and other applicable systems.

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Working Conditions

This position is located at The Park, a quaint and historical campus environment two blocks from McKinley Park, in the heart of residential East Sacramento. Easily accessible from US 50 and I-80, The Park offers free parking, quick walks to local restaurant favorites, and countless lunchtime strolling opportunities through the quiet East Sacramento neighborhood. 

This position is 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 State Controller's Office policies. 

Special Requirements

A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required. 

Take the required examination here: Accountant Trainee Examination

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:

• Ability to apply accounting principles and procedures; analyze data and draw sound conclusions; analyze situations accurately and develop effective courses of action; prepare clear, complete and concise reports; and communicate effectively.

• Ability to be flexible in response to changing workload, consider creative approaches, and apply novel solutions.

• Ability to handle multiple assignments, changing priorities, and coordinate concurrent assignments efficiently.

Benefits

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

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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Traineeship, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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