Associate Accounting Analyst

Base Pay Range

$6,330.00 – $7,929.00 per month. New state candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or the alternate range when applicable.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), 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 workplace.

All applicants may be expected to comply with the state’s drug‑free objective.

• Job Code: JC-503063
• Position #: 900‑081‑4588‑XXX
• Working Title:
  
  Associate Accounting Analyst
• Classification: ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST
• # of Positions:
  Multiple
• Work Location:
  
  Sacramento County
• Telework:
  Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Department:
  Caltrans

Under the direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) performs the most complex and high-level analytical duties related to the Right of Way program. The AAA analyzes and reviews reconciliations, reports, supporting accounting documents, funds and coding information. The role requires a broad understanding of Caltrans accounting procedures, programs, functions, multiple‑fund types, State and Federal regulations, and accounting & fiscal systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing Excess Land transactions, Expenditure Adjustment, and various types of Right of Way Capital Outlay payments.
• Participating in activities with the Right of Way Program to enhance business process and working relationships with Headquarters and District staff.
• Acting as a year‑end coordinator, performing internal control review and monthly Schedule III Reconciliation.
• Reviewing and signing claim schedules.
• Providing coverage for the section during the supervisor’s absence.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Associate Accounting Analyst exam. Candidates who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or are new to state civil service employment must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts or diploma for verification of education
• Completed State Application (STD 678)

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date of 1/14/2026. All application packages must include the Standard Employment Application (STD 678) or its electronic equivalent and the required supporting documents. Applications may be submitted electronically via Cal Career Account at  or by hard copy to the address listed below.

Mailing address for application packages:

• Department of Transportation, N/A, Attn:
  Caltrans DHR Contact, Certification Services MS‑90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036.

Drop‑off address:

• Department of Transportation, Drop‑Off Address, Caltrans DHR Contact, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816.

Entry level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Government Administration

For additional information, including the completed Duty Statement, please refer to the official posting. The Human Resources Contact and Hiring Unit Contact are available to answer questions regarding the application process.