Associate Accounting Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Are you an accounting professional with a passion for wildlife conservation? Consider joining the Accounting Services Branch as we support the programs carrying out the mission of the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Under the direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst performs professional accounting, and reconciliation, and analytical duties within the Cash Receipts Unit. The incumbent is responsible for researching, analyzing, and reconciling complex accounting transactions related to monthly bank reconciliation, uncleared collections, and dishonored check accounts for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). The incumbent reviews financial transactions for accuracy, resolves current and historical and reconciling items, processes revenue corrections, and implements corrective actions to maintain the integrity of the Department’s cash receipt records. As lead staff, the incumbent provides technical guidance to program staff, assists with transaction coding issues, participates in audits and special projects. All duties are performed in accordance with Accounting Services Branch policies, the State Administrative Manual, State Controller’s Office requirements, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

The position is headquartered in the Natural Resources Building located in downtown Sacramento. The office is right next to Light Rail for an easy commute and features ergonomic furniture, panoramic downtown views, a free employee gym, a cafeteria and bodega, and adjacent childcare.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:

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This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

Associate Accounting Analyst: Exam Bulletin Link

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Working Conditions

Ability to use a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Time off may not be granted during the year-end Financial Statement period. Work with staff statewide to complete work assignments. Required to attend offsite meetings using private or public transportation, or other means of transportation such as walking between locations. Position is located in a high-rise building. This position offers the possibility of a hybrid telework schedule depending on operational needs.

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:

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends or issues.
• Clear communication, both written and verbal.
• Experience with FI$Cal system.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Benefits

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

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-014-4588-905 and RPA Number E-ASB 25-027 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at . If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

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.