Accounting Administrator Ii

Job Code #: JC-519584

Position #(s):

-001

Fund Accounting and Reporting Section AA II

Classification :: ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00

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

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities.

The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

The mission of the Accounting and Reporting Bureau is to ensure the financial records and automated accounting systems of the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) maintain fiscal integrity in accordance with sound accounting principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, State Uniform Accounting System and State and Federal regulations. Record and reconcile all transactions posted to the Department’s financial book of record, Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal).

Maintain the fiscal integrity of the FI$Cal, the County Expense Claim (CEC) system, and other ad hoc systems to provide accurate and timely financial reporting to federal and state compliance agencies, as well as internal and external end users. Provide cash management oversight and projections in accordance with the Budget Act to meet the needs of CDSS.

CDSS Guiding Principles

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.

We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

Community Engagement

We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment

We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person has desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services

We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes

We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

This is a re-post. If you previously applied, there is no need to re-apply as your application is on file and will be considered.

The Accounting and Reporting Bureau is seeking a highly motivated and energetic leader with state accounting and financial reporting experience to fill an Accounting Administrator II position as the Manager of the Fund Accounting and Reporting Section. This position is responsible for the financial accounting and reporting of 20 funds totaling more than $47 billion annually and is the full supervisory level in the series where the majority of the time is spent on administrative and supervisory activities in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Candidates for this position must have proficient knowledge and experience in state accounting practices applicable to a government entity with varied program mandates and funding sources, with the ability to apply state fiscal guidelines and procedures; general accounting skills to review accuracy of financial data to ensure fiscal integrity; excellent writing and verbal skills to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals (i.e., managers, staff, customers, public, etc.);

the flexibility to adapt to change and disseminate new information and ideas in a timely manner; and the qualities of a strong motivational team leader and manager.

This position will be actively involved in the development and implementation of the County Expense Claim Reporting Information System (CECRIS) and the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal).

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be…