Chief Accounting Officer

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Position Details

• Job Code: JC

• Position #:

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Working Title:

Chief Accounting Officer

• Classification: ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR III

• Salary: $9,572.00 - $10,867.00
• # of Positions: 1

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Work Location:

Sacramento County

• Telework:
Hybrid

• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (Cal Recycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials. Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.

Cal Recycle’s Mission:
Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy. Cal Recycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join Cal Recycle to improve the lives of all Californians.

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Job Description And Duties

Under administrative direction of the Deputy Director, Administration Finance and Information Technology Services Division, the Accounting Administrator III is the Chief Accounting Officer of the department. This position plans, organizes, and manages the activities of the accounting sections. This includes management and oversight of the development of the preparation of year‑end financial statements, coordination with Department of Finance and State Controller's Office staff, and review and adjustment of internal financial controls.

As the Chief Accounting Officer of the department, this is the primary fiscal policy and decision‑maker for the areas under its purview, including accounting and compliance review. This position is responsible for ensuring overall financial program delivery, while maintaining fiscal accountability, compliance with control agencies, stakeholder expectations, the department’s mission, and policy directives.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Codefor eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Beginning July 1st, 2026, it is anticipated the position will be office‑centered and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.

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

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