What are the responsibilities and job description for the FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I position at California State Controller's Office?
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-489552
Position #(s):
051-420-4191-034
Working Title:
Specialist
Classification:
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I
$7,529.00 - $9,352.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
State Accounting and Reporting Division
Department Information
The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and efficiency of the state’s financial operations. As the backbone of California’s financial reporting, SARD is responsible for preparing and publishing essential financial statements, overseeing the state’s budgetary control, and providing vital fiscal information to policy decision-makers and the public. Working in this division means contributing to the financial stability and integrity of the fifth-largest economy in the world with opportunities to engage in meaningful work, learn from seasoned experts, and grow your career in public finance.
Take the next step in your career with an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the well-being of its employees. Apply today and build a California where everyone thrives!
Visit our website to learn more about the State Controller’s Office.
How did you hear about us? Take our survey!
Job Description And Duties
Under general direction of the Financial Accountant III, the incumbent will work as a team member of the Bureau of Fiscal Systems and Transactions (BFST), representing the State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) for purposes of implementing its statutory control agency functions within the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal). The Financial Accountant I must have knowledge of laws of the State of California, fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual, Governmental Accounting Principles, procedures prescribed by the State Controller's Office, the comprehensive financial system of the centralized accounts, financial reporting systems for Budgetary/Legal and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for statewide financial reporting purposes. The incumbent will actively participate in numerous project activities with the State Controller's Office (SCO), FI$Cal Project staff, Partner Agencies and state departments.
Duties Performed:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)
Special Requirements
A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required.
A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions.
Take the required examination here: Financial Accountant I Examination
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources Office, A.M.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources Office, A.M.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications dropped off in person must be received by 5 p.m. in HR, by the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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:
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Job Code #:
JC-489552
Position #(s):
051-420-4191-034
Working Title:
Specialist
Classification:
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I
$7,529.00 - $9,352.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
State Accounting and Reporting Division
Department Information
The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and efficiency of the state’s financial operations. As the backbone of California’s financial reporting, SARD is responsible for preparing and publishing essential financial statements, overseeing the state’s budgetary control, and providing vital fiscal information to policy decision-makers and the public. Working in this division means contributing to the financial stability and integrity of the fifth-largest economy in the world with opportunities to engage in meaningful work, learn from seasoned experts, and grow your career in public finance.
Take the next step in your career with an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the well-being of its employees. Apply today and build a California where everyone thrives!
Visit our website to learn more about the State Controller’s Office.
How did you hear about us? Take our survey!
Job Description And Duties
Under general direction of the Financial Accountant III, the incumbent will work as a team member of the Bureau of Fiscal Systems and Transactions (BFST), representing the State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) for purposes of implementing its statutory control agency functions within the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal). The Financial Accountant I must have knowledge of laws of the State of California, fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual, Governmental Accounting Principles, procedures prescribed by the State Controller's Office, the comprehensive financial system of the centralized accounts, financial reporting systems for Budgetary/Legal and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for statewide financial reporting purposes. The incumbent will actively participate in numerous project activities with the State Controller's Office (SCO), FI$Cal Project staff, Partner Agencies and state departments.
Duties Performed:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)
- The incumbent will serve as a subject matter expert utilizing the knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Budgetary/Legal Basis budgeting, accounting, and reporting requirements as prescribed by California Law; fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual and Uniform Codes; and procedures as prescribed by the SCO.
- Perform analysis and research to determine appropriate action, suggest alternative solutions, and provide support for recommendations related to the implementation of SARD control agency functions in FI$Cal.
- Participate in the development of FI$Cal's financial components to fulfill unique State requirements.
- Analyze, design, develop, and test financial systems and components such as configurations, conversions, interfaces, extensions, forms, queries, and reports.
- Analyze existing and proposed accounting and reporting standards and policies to assess opportunities for business process reengineering while ensuring system integrity. Identify internal control risks and report to management.
- Attend training to keep apprised of new financial rules and regulations, accounting systems, processes, and procedures.
- Design training plans and provide training to the division.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in documenting current as-is and future to-be processes.
- Work extended or weekend hours with little advanced notice to meet deadlines.
Special Requirements
A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required.
A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions.
Take the required examination here: Financial Accountant I Examination
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources Office, A.M.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources Office, A.M.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications dropped off in person must be received by 5 p.m. in HR, by the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 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.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed in Arial font, 12-point size, single-spaced, on 8.5" x 11" paper, one-inch margins, no more than two pages in length, indicate "Statement of Qualifications" at the top of the page, identify candidate's name on each page, and answer the following questions listed below. Resumes are not an acceptable substitute for the SOQ.
- Please describe your experiences with FI$Cal, Project management and State Government Reporting (Budgetary/Legal Basis and GAAP)?
- Please describe your experience utilizing analytical tools, such as Excel, PowerBI, PowerQuery, and macros for analyzing financial data?
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Salary : $7,529 - $9,352
