ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

The California Department of Social Services is dedicated to serving and supporting Californians in need. They are seeking an Associate Accounting Analyst to perform complex accounting assignments, provide technical support, and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performing complex assignments related to CALSTARS and Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) table maintenance
• Researching and resolving accounting data problems associated with cost allocation and FI$Cal timesheets
• Providing technical support to fiscal and accounting staff regarding accounting data problems
• Documenting existing system processes
• Making recommendations to management

Skills

• A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position
• In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a standard application (STD. 678)
• In the 'Examinations' section of the STD. 678, you must indicate your appointment eligibility (list, transfer, permissive reinstatement, etc.) and reference the Position number and Job Control (JC) number
• The SOQ must: be in 12 pt. Arial font; have 1" margins; be limited to no more than two (2) single-sided pages; be in narrative form (no bullet points); and detail your interest in the Department of Social Services and how your education and experience qualifies you for the position
• Applicants are encouraged to provide unofficial transcripts
• Only complete applications that include a SOQ will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed
• You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678)
• If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification
• If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment
• Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered
• Final Filing Date: 1/4/2026
• Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available)
• Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process
• Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s)
• Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov
• If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below
• Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required

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