Associate Accounting Analyst

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator (AA) I (Supervisor) of the Accounts Receivable (AR) Unit, in the Accounting Office, part of the Financial Management Branch, in the Administration Division (Division), within the Department of Cannabis Control (Department), the Associate Accounting Analyst is responsible for handling the more complex and difficult assignments related to deposits, invoices, and reconciliation in the AR Unit. This includes processing month-end closing (MEC) and year end closing (YEC) functions in the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) and reviewing and analyzing various complex FI$Cal reports for posting errors.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-527874


Position #(s):
592-220-4588-XXX
592-220-4588-005

Working Title:
Associate Accounting Analyst


Classification:
ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST $6,330.00 - $7,929.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
Multiple


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information Do you enjoy a fast-paced workplace? Are you interested in a ground floor opportunity?


The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department's mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.


Our Headquarters is located in Rancho Cordova, California. FREE PARKING!!


Department Website:


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.
Final Filing Date: 8/25/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Department of Cannabis Control
HRB
Attn: C&R - JC 527874, FFD 8/25/2026
P.O. Box 419106


Rancho Cordova , CA 95741


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Cannabis Control
Human Resources Branch
C&R - JC 527874, FFD 8/25/2026
This location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
2920 Kilgore Road
Rancho Cordova , CA 95670


08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


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
• Statement of Qualifications - Candidates are required to complete a topic specific Statement of Qualification (SOQ) in addition to completing a standard State application (STD 678). Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered.
  
  
  Your SOQ response is to be typed and no more than two (2) pages, using 12 point font and describing your background, experience, education and/or training that makes you the best candidate for this position.
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


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



Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Branch
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Contact
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Additional Instructions


Please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts with your application package. Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.


Applicants who submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application ( STD. 678 ). Applicants who fail to submit the most current version may be disqualified. Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties, responsibilities, and contact information for supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in being screened out.


Electronic application packages must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. Mail application packages must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Hand delivered application packages must be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted.

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For LEAP information, visit CalHR and DOR . For Veterans' preference information, visit CalCareers ."


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.