ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the incumbent is responsible for the billing, collection, and reporting of federally funded program activities. The incumbent also forecasts and monitors the collection of federal funds, attends meetings with program staff to discuss federal issues and concerns, serves as a liaison with management and government auditors, and performs analytical reviews and reconciliations of Month-End and Year-End federal data. The incumbent independently performs all assigned duties, makes effective and appropriate decisions and recommendations, establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with program staff, and works well under pressure while meeting required deadlines. As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!! This CDFA work location is near restaurants, coffee shops, and a farmer’s market. We are within walking distance to light rail/public transportation, across the street from beautiful Capitol Park, and two miles from Downtown Commons (DOCO). This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions/prompts are below. • Restate questions/prompts prior to response • Include your name and job control number at the top of each page • Must be single-spaced, no more than two (2) pages, and Arial size 11 font • Describe a time when you independently analyzed financial information and had to make a recommendation based on your findings. How did you ensure your recommendation was accurate and well-supported? • Explain your experience using advanced Excel functions. Share a specific example where these tools helped you complete a federal accounting or reconciliation task. • Describe a situation where you noticed a problem or inefficiency in a financial or accounting process and worked with others to improve it. What steps did you take, and what was the result?