Accounting Officer (Specialist)

Job Posting: Accounting Officer (Specialist) Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery Salary: $5,266.00 - $6,591.00 per Month Job ID: JC-510734 Final Filing Date: 3/21/2026 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail Drop-off Work Location Hybrid telework eligible for California residents; office-centered from July 1, 2026, reporting at least four days per week. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Responsibilities Under supervision of the General Ledger (GL) Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), perform accounting duties within CalRecycle’s AFITS/Accounting/Fiscal Operations Section/GL Unit. Responsible for General Ledger activities, including analyzing fund activity for accuracy, preparing and posting journal entries, and reconciling accounts such as appropriations, clearing accounts, and interfund transfers between funds. Monitor cash and appropriation balances, review daily cash reports and outstanding items, and assist with monthly and year-end processes, including generating reports after closing, completing fund reconciliations, and preparing the Personal Activity Sheet (PAS) for labor costs. Provide support to other accounting functions during peak workload periods or special projects, as directed by management. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) Desirable Qualifications Demonstrated comprehensive experience in state or private sector accounting functions. Demonstrated knowledge on year-end process and/or completing financial statements. Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely with all levels of staff within the department, as well as control agencies. FI$Cal experience (or other similar accounting system). Knowledge and/or understanding of policies and regulations; understanding of state fiscal policy, Uniform Codes Manual (UCM), the State Administrative Manual (SAM), the Manual of State Funds, business law, and government code. Demonstrated General Ledger or System knowledge (i.e., posting Journal Entries, reconciliations or pulling reports from FI$Cal, etc.). Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and/or Adobe. Quality application materials (no misspellings, no grammatical errors, included resume, complete application). Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Required Application Package Documents Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Degree and/or School Transcripts. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ): Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative document that explains how your education, experience, and skills make you a strong candidate for this position. Applications received without an SOQ may not be considered. Your SOQ should be titled “Statement of Qualifications – [Your Name]”, be no more than two pages, and use Arial 12-point font. In your response, describe your experience as it relates to the duties of this position and the desirable qualifications listed in the job posting. Include examples that demonstrate your ability to perform GL tasks, performing reconciliations, using accounting systems like FI$Cal, completing month-end and year-end reporting, and working effectively with others. Highlight any technical skills, such as proficiency in Excel, and relevant education or training. Please note Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Responses must be numbered and submitted in the same order. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected. 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