ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Job Description and Duties Do you want to strengthen the state's fiscal future with expertise and reliable system support? Then this is the perfect role for you! The Accounting Administrator (AA) I (Specialist) in the General Ledger Unit supports departments using the FI$Cal system. The AA I (Specialist) works closely with the State Controller’s Office to help complete Month-End and Year-End Close activities. In this role, the incumbent provides customer support, researches and resolves system issues, and serves as a subject matter expert for key accounting modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Management, Project Costing, Grants, and Customer Contracts. The position also supports change requests and provides Level 2 functional support, offering guidance on accounting and data processing concepts while helping users resolve incident tickets in a timely manner. *This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position within the section. Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) classification, you must take and pass the examination. Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. • The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity. • This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked. • The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values. • The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities. 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: • Professional/State Accounting experience • General Ledger Accounting experience • General Ledger/Fund reconciliation experience • FI$Cal system experience • Month-End and Year-End Close experience • Accounts payable, accounts receivable and/or billing experience • Project costing experience • Analytical experience • Experience presenting, training, and or facilitating meetings • Strong experience with written communication skills