ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Job Description and Duties The Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) plays an exciting and important role for the Department of FISCal (FI$Cal)! In this position, you help state departments use California’s financial system with confidence and success. You’re the person they rely on when they need guidance, especially during major milestones like month-end and year-end close. You also partner with the State Controller’s Office to ensure everything closes out smoothly and accurately. As the go-to expert for Accounts Payable (AP), you’ll dig into system issues, help customers troubleshoot challenges, and keep things moving by coordinating solutions. Your work has a real impact; you help departments stay productive and ensure the FI$Cal system runs at its best. You may even support other modules when needed, giving you the chance to broaden your skills and experience. In this role, you’ll provide Level 2 support, which means you’re on the front lines helping FI$Cal users understand the system, respond quickly to incident tickets, and make sure concerns are communicated clearly and resolved as efficiently as possible. You’ll also collaborate with teams and workgroups to improve processes and shape the future of FI$Cal. Overall, this job is perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference in how California does business! 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 requires a Background Investigation to 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. • This position may require the use of a hand-cart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds. 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: • FI$Cal System/Enterprise Resource Planning System Experience • Accounts Payable Experience • General Ledger Experience • Analytical Experience • Training/Presentation Experience • Develop/Enhance/Test Accounting System Experience • Create/Update Desk Procedure/Manual Experience