Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The reporting location for the position is at the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC or Department) Headquarters Office located in Auburn, CA. Working under general direction, the Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) independently performs the more difficult accounting duties that require understanding of the entire State Accounting and Financial reporting processes. This position will act as a lead for the payable and receivable accounting transactions for funds administered by the Department; prepare, review and analyze complex financial reports, statements, accounts and records; review expenditures against allotments; including a variety of professional, complex, and analytical tasks to support SNC's payables and reimbursement programs. Overtime during peak periods, such as fiscal year-end, may be required .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are performed indoors in a modern office environment. The incumbent’s workstation is equipped with standard or ergonomic office equipment, as appropriate. Prolonged sitting, use of telephone, personal computer, and copier are required. Travel may be required (including driving or riding in a vehicle) and may require incumbent to be outdoors, occasionally walking on uneven terrain . Incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Occasional lifting, carrying, and/or moving up to 25 pounds may be required.

Telework Opportunity :

While this position reports to the Auburn Office location, it is eligible for telework. Per GC 14200, State of California telework eligibility requires California residency. Beginning July 1, 2025, the incumbent will be required to work in the office 4 days per week per Executive Order N-22-25.

Special Requirements

Applying electronically through is highly encouraged.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer-eligible or take and pass the following exam/s:

Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist)-

Associate Accounting Analyst –

Please indicate on the State Application form (STD 678) your basis for eligibility in the “Explanations” field (SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible). The STD 678 must include the following information or it will be considered incomplete and may not be considered for an interview: "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year), hours worked per week, civil service classifications or private sector job titles, supervisor name and phone number, and duties performed. Applications that are blank or that refer to “see resume” in place of duties performed are not acceptable.

DO NOT INCLUDE any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, etc.) SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

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:

• Advanced experience with FI$Cal, the state’s accounting system
• Experience with the establishment, maintenance, and reporting of financial records for special funds, bond funds, federal funds, and state funds
• Accounts Receivable and Grants Accounting experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel, particularly familiar with pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools
• Familiar with State Controller’s Office (SCO) agency reconciliation reports, cash reconciliation and plan of financial adjustment (PFA).

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Supplemental Application

Demonstrating your writing skills in no more than two (2) type-written pages, use 12-point Arial font and 1-inch standard margins, include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of the page, and have Supplemental Application as the title. Your response should be original and written entirely by you. Please do not use generative AI tools.

Please describe your qualifications for this accounting position by highlighting your initiative and strong work ethic. Share specific examples of working in a team, analyzing large datasets, streamlining operations, and delivering excellent customer service.

In your descriptions, use examples that include the following information:

• Employer(s) name
• Your position/title(s) and state classification (if applicable)
• How long you held the position(s) that demonstrate your experience in these areas
• A supervisor’s name and phone number who can verify the information

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Supplemental Application - Please see below for specific Supplemental Application directions.

Job Tags

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