ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST (532729) Accounting System and Contract Analyst

Associate Accounting Analyst

Accounting System and Contract Analyst

Department of Health Care Services

$6,330.00 - $7,929.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/19/2026

The Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) is responsible for Short Doyle Medi-Cal (SDMC), Local Assistance Program Services and other related Medi-Cal programs activities. This includes accounting for local assistance and support payable expenditures for multiple federal/state funded programs, accounting for numerous agreements, processing, reviewing claims schedules, preparing general fund transfer, several federal reports, and providing supporting documentation for the federal draw. The incumbent will be required to independently analyze complex reports and ensure accurate reporting of expenditures to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The AAA independently performs the more difficult accounting functions associated with tracking Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) County Fund Account balances as well as reviewing, modifying, and reconciling accounting records.

This position is located in Midtown Sacramento located in a multi-story building right across the street from the beautiful Rose Garden located in the Capitol Park. The location is conveniently located near plenty of access to public transportation/parking and close to several excellent restaurants. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

The Fiscal Program's Financial Management Division (FMD) works to accomplish DHCS's mission through fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability of approximately $202.7 billion annually. This is accomplished by overseeing the financial operations of DHCS, including financial reporting, resource management, and budget development and oversight. FMD provides guidance and consultation to programs on funding needs, expenditures, including contracts and purchasing, and audit support, while ensuring funds are accurately reported.

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:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, standards and procedures.
• Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations with regard to accounting procedures
• Ability to maintain technical skills and stay up-to-date on industry technologies
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Pivot Table and V lookup) and statistical analytics software
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Joining the Payable Sections Claims Payment Team will open the door to diverse learning opportunities that are highly valuable in developing your knowledge of accounting particularly, in area accounts payable. This position will allow you to gain and understand the Accounts Payable process along with the valuable knowledge of accounting dynamics. If you would like to be a part of a tight, cohesive team, that thinks on its feet and is always open to the opportunity of learning something new, then this opportunity maybe for you! Some of the benefits of joining our team include opportunities for growth, working in the popular Downtown area and extensive training programs.