Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant I – California State Controller's Office

Job Code #: JC-489552
Position #(s): -034
Working Title: Specialist
Classification: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I
Base Pay Range: $7,529.00 – $9,352.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: State Accounting and Reporting Division

The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.

The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and efficiency of the state’s financial operations. As the backbone of California’s financial reporting, SARD is responsible for preparing and publishing essential financial statements, overseeing the state’s budgetary control, and providing vital fiscal information to policy decision-makers and the public.

Working in this division means contributing to the financial stability and integrity of the fifth-largest economy in the world with opportunities to engage in meaningful work, learn from seasoned experts, and grow your career in public finance.

Take the next step in your career with an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the well‑being of its employees. Apply today and build a California where everyone thrives! Visit our website to learn more about the State Controller’s Office. How did you hear about us? Take our survey!

• The incumbent will serve as a subject matter expert utilizing knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Budgetary/Legal Basis budgeting, accounting, and reporting requirements as prescribed by California Law; fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual and Uniform Codes; and procedures as prescribed by the SCO.
• Perform analysis and research to determine appropriate action, suggest alternative solutions, and provide support for recommendations related to the implementation of SARD control agency functions in FI$Cal.
• Participate in the development of FI$Cal’s financial components to fulfill unique State requirements.
• Analyze, design, develop, and test financial systems and components such as configurations, conversions, interfaces, extensions, forms, queries, and reports.
• Analyze existing and proposed accounting and reporting standards and policies to assess opportunities for business process reengineering while ensuring system integrity. Identify internal control risks and report to management.
• Attend training to keep apprised of new financial rules and regulations, accounting systems, processes, and procedures.
• Design training plans and provide training to the division.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in documenting current as‑is and future to‑be processes.
• Work extended or weekend hours with little advanced notice to meet deadlines.

• A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required.
• A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions.
• Take the required examination here:
  Financial Accountant I Examination.

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