ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

Job Description and Duties

Please see attached duty statement.

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from View email address on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4198

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

This advertisement is for (a/an) Accounting Officer, Specialist position(s) Located at

Young Street in Bakersield, Kern County . Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-516-4546-812 .

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The position(s) is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .

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:

a. Comprehensive knowledge related to general (e.g. GAAP, GASB) and governmental accounting principles and theories, of business law, of various control agencies, and regulations listed in the State Administrative Manual pertaining to accounting and budgeting.

b. Ability to perform reconciliations, audit financial information, and make sound decisions or recommendations regarding accounting issues, policies and procedures.

c. Experience with computer applications particularly Microsoft software and knowledge of enterprise software.

d. Ability to extract relevant facts to solve problems or summarize information to complete assigned tasks; and interpret quantitative or statistical data to extract key information and make valid inferences.

e. Ability to prioritize and manage workload professionally with minimal supervision.

Benefits

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

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, , and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at .

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at .

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONAIRE

Applicants must submit a Supplemental Questionnaire to the questions listed below. It should be no more than two (2) pages typed, using business professional font, font size, and formatting. Responses do not need to include the question but must be numbered in the same order. Applications that do not follow the directions as identified above, provide incomplete responses, or do not submit a Supplemental Questionnaire will not be considered.

1. Describe (3) strengths that make you the best candidate for this position.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• School Transcripts
• Supplemental Application -

  A Supplemental Questionnaire is required and must be submitted with your Examination /Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Supplemental Questionnaire based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please refer to the “Supplemental Questionnaire” section below for specific requirements.

  For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visitWork4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications.