Under the direction from an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst performs budgetary and fund accounting responsibilities which includes, but is not limited to, analyzing and monitoring of appropriations and expenditures; proper recording of accounting activity posted by the State Controller’s Office, preparing monthly general ledger account reconciliations and Plans of Financial Adjustment, establishing reporting requirements and operating procedures, developing and analyzing monitoring reports, preparing GAAP and Legal basis financial statements and various related year-end reports and resolving findings from internal and external financial and compliance audits.
This position requires an understanding of the entire State Fund Accounting process along with the ability to use the necessary computer applications such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint and Advantage system.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. PLEASE SEE THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR SOQ INSTRUCTIONS.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• The ability to analyze routine to complex accounting issues and other information and draw sound conclusions and decisions to ensure proper accounting transactions.
• The ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision in carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities; analyze complex financial data, research and analyze data, draw sound conclusions, and develop an effective course of action including alternatives upon which to base valid decisions.
• The ability to express complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and logically, both orally and in writing, to management, supervisors and employees.
• Knowledge and Experience with Year-End Reporting, Budgetary legal and GAAP.
• Knowledgeable with automated accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of California State budget, GAAP, GASB, SAM, UCM and the ability to apply fiscal policy to report criteria.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits
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Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

CANDIDATES THAT MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BASED ON POSSESSION OF EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE MUST INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE, ALONG WITH YOUR STATE APPLICATION (STD. 678), TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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