SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

State of California•Sacramento, CA

43d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general direction of an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Senior Accounting Officer, Specialist performs complex accounting work for Reimbursement, Abatement, and Collection. Duties include reviewing cooperative agreements for compliance, preparing demand letters, responding to debtor inquiries, managing past-due invoices, coordinating accounts sent to collection agencies, updating the Advantage system, determining write-offs, generating aging reports, and researching unpaid invoices. Responsibilities also include managing accounts for separated employees (PARR/SARR), SEIU/CSEA union invoice aging reports, construction overpayment aging reports (PISA), and manual non-state highway abatement invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with state and departmental policies.

Requirements

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.
College Transcript of record.
Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required
Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of and strict adherence to Caltrans information security policies-including the safeguarding of personal, confidential, and sensitive information-is required.
Candidates must show the ability to preserve data integrity, properly handle passwords and secure devices, and pro actively prevent unauthorized access or system threats.
Individuals must understand that access rights may be revoked if necessary to protect departmental assets.
Proficiency in professional accounting principles, State procedures, and automated systems like Advantage, InfoAdvantage, and Data link is essential.
The ideal candidate communicates effectively, plans and organizes work efficiently, upholds all policy and contract requirements, and fosters positive and professional relationships with both internal staff and external partners-all within a framework of accountability and compliance.