ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking an Associate Accounting Analyst to join their team. This role involves performing professional accounting and financial analysis work related to the Office Revolving Fund and Travel Advance accounts, utilizing financial systems to reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Independently utilize FI$Cal and other financial systems to reconcile accounts, process warrants, monitor advances, research discrepancies, and ensure compliance with State Administrative Manual (SAM), Departmental policies, and applicable state and federal FI$Cal requirements
• Provide backup accounting and travel support during emergency operations
• Participate in year-end financial reporting activities

Skills

• Perform professional accounting and Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) analysis work related to the Office Revolving Fund (ORF) and Travel Advance accounts
• Independently utilize FI$Cal and other financial systems to reconcile accounts, process warrants, monitor advances, research discrepancies, and ensure compliance with State Administrative Manual (SAM), Departmental policies, and applicable state and federal FI$Cal requirements
• Provide backup accounting and travel support during emergency operations
• Participate in year-end financial reporting activities
• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section on the State Application, STD. 678
• List your most current employment history first in the 'EMPLOYMENT HISTORY' section on the STD. 678
• Provide the 'From' and 'To' dates with the month, day and year, the 'Hours Per Week' that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours
• Complete the 'DUTIES PERFORMED' on the State Application (do not note 'see attached resume' in this section)
• Submit a copy of your transcripts if using education to qualify. If selected, official transcripts will be required
• All hires may be subject to a criminal background check
• Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov
• All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position
• Provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review
• Principles and practices of governmental accounting
• State Administrative Manual (SAM) provisions related to revolving funds and travel
• FI$Cal, CalATERS, and related financial systems
• Internal controls, reconciliation processes, and financial reporting standards
• Reconciling complex financial accounts and resolving discrepancies
• Analyzing accounting data and preparing financial reports
• Utilizing FI$Cal and other automated financial systems
• Preparing clear and accurate accounting documentation and correspondence
• Independently perform professional accounting work with minimal supervision
• Interpret and apply state fiscal policies and procedures
• Research accounting issues and implement corrective actions
• Communicate accounting information effectively to staff and management
• Prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

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