Accounting Administrator ; Specialist

Overview

Job Posting: ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Agency: CA High Speed Rail Authority

JC-498290

Salary: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:
Until Filled

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account);
By Mail;
Drop-off;
Print Job

Under general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Accounting Administrator I Supervisor, the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) independently performs the most difficult accounting duties which require an understanding of the entire accounting process. It includes coordinating the implementation of accounting for new programs/functions, reviewing proposals to change accounting procedures and cash analysis, preparing various monthly labor/appropriation reconciliations, and completing the annual year-end (YE) reports.

The incumbent ensures the safeguarding of assets and compliance with fiscal and accounting policies applicable to the job. All work is completed by utilizing the California Department of Human Resources laws and rules, Victims Compensation and Government Claims Board rules, GAAP, SCO rules and regulations, SAM, State Government Code and Statutes, FRA and internal operations manuals utilizing FI$Cal, Microsoft Office, meetings, one-on-ones, telephones, and emails.

This advertisement is posted as Open Until Filled and will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Cut-offs for applications will be every Monday, starting November 10, 2025, and applications will be reviewed per those cut-off dates. Hires can be made at any time based on the applications received by the cut-off dates.

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

Working Conditions:

Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually via teleconferencing or video conferencing.

On-site work occurs in a professional office environment, with climate-controlled cubicles and artificial lighting. The incumbent will use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and may need to sit for long periods at a computer screen. The employee must be able to focus for long periods, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, and complete tasks on short notice. Travel outside of the workstation may be required for general tasks.

You will find the minimum requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-498290

Position #(s):

-003

Working Title:

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Classification: ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Salary: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.

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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

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency looking for employees to join a challenging and rewarding opportunity on one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history.

Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey. Completing this survey is not required to be considered for this vacancy:

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A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ must be two (2) pages, 12-point font, organized and numbered as reflected below. You must respond to all items. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the hiring process.

• The California FI$Cal system is an ERP platform used for budgeting, forecasting and accounting. Describe your experience related to the monthly Labor Distribution, Month End Close, and Year End Close in FI$Cal (or other accounting software if FI$Cal experience is not present).
• Describe your experience and/or knowledge of manual year-end financial statements for Governmental funds you have prepared. If none, describe your experience with manual year-end financial statements in an accounting system.

Applications received without the SOQ may not be considered. Resumes and other materials will not be considered in the place of the SOQ. AI tools may be used for research, but the SOQ must reflect your own work.

For assistance in completing the SOQ, contact the Human Resources representative below.

Final Filing Date:
Until Filled

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