Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you good with numbers and passionate about using your accounting education in a meaningful way? Consider serving the students of California by joining the California Department of Education (CDE) Accounting Team. We manage a large number and variety of funding types which can provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable experience, expand your knowledge and grow in your state accounting career.

This position performs professional accounting duties which includes the maintenance and control of fiscal records supporting the local assistance disbursements of General Fund, Special Funds and Federal Funded assigned local assistance allotments; learn agency activities, Financial Information System for California (FI$CAL), and central fiscal control activities; and develop interpersonal skills by contact with program personnel and control agencies in fiscal control activities.

CDE is located at 15th and N Street in downtown Sacramento. We are conveniently located near the State Capitol and Capitol park, as well as to many restaurants and Light Rail.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.

Special Requirements

Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: or at the link below:

Accounting Officer (Specialist):

Accountant Trainee:

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 and experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger FI$Cal Modules.

• Good organizational skills.

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

• Ability to be flexible in a complex environment with multiple priorities.

• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

• Work cooperatively with others.

• Demonstrate interest in assuming increasing responsibility.

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website:  Benefits Summary

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
• DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies:
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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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
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
  

  When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for each bulleted item and explain your answers thoroughly.

  • Describe how your accounting background makes you a good fit for this position.

  • Describe (3) strengths that make you the best candidate for this position.

  • Describe your career goals and where you see yourself in the next (5) years.

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