ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

State of California • Sacramento, CA

42d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. Here we would provide information about the specific position here. The Accounting Officer will serve in the Travel Unit performing professional accounting duties such as organizing and preparing Virtual Card Number (VCN) reports for payment processing. Manually allocating travel expenditures to appropriated program and accounts. Review and audit hotel lodging receipts for accuracy and appropriateness. Provide assistance in the Travel Unit as a subject matter expert of travel related rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Human Resources, Statewide Travel Program, State Administrative Manual, and State Controller's Office. 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.

Requirements

• To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
• If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
• Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze issues and problem solve.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FI$Cal, State Administrative Manual, Government Codes, and the California Department of Human Resources rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and preparing Virtual Card Number (VCN) reports for payment processing.
• Manually allocating travel expenditures to appropriated program and accounts.
• Review and audit hotel lodging receipts for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Provide assistance in the Travel Unit as a subject matter expert of travel related rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Human Resources, Statewide Travel Program, State Administrative Manual, and State Controller's Office.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees