ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) (537998)

Accounting Officer (Specialist)

CA Housing Finance Agency

$5,266.00 - $6,591.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/15/2026

Under general supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the Accounting Officer (Specialist) performs a variety of professional accounting duties related to cash-handling, deposits, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping for the Multifamily Cash Management Unit. 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:

• Organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience reviewing laws, rules, regulations, etc.
• Experience organizing accounting records
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability

Hybrid telework schedules are available. The amount of telework is at CalHFA's discretion and is based on operational needs. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED WEEKLY. Our office is in 500 Capitol Mall, a high-rise building conveniently located in downtown Sacramento with access to public transportation (light rail and bus) and freeways (I-5, 99, and Business 80). It is one block from Downtown Commons (DOCO), the Golden 1 Center, and many restaurants. Employees also have free access to the gym located in the building. Candidates who are new to state service will be placed at the minimum of the salary range. VISA SPONSERSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employers in the U.S. CalHFA is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. CalHFA does not participate in the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) program or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Optional Practical Training extension program (STEM OPT).

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

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.

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).

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:

CA Housing Finance Agency Lindsey Leon Attn: CA Housing Finance Agency 500 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA Housing Finance Agency Lindsey Leon Lindsey Leon 500 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

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 response to the highlighted question below is required in order to be eligible for this position. Failure to follow all instructions and provide a relevant response will disqualify an applicant from consideration. Resumes, cover letters, or general statements of qualifications will not be accepted in place of the required response. Your response must:
• Be in 12-point, Times New Roman font, single-spaced
• Be no more than one (1) page in length
• Include the question, as it is stated below, above your response
• Describe your experience performing professional accounting duties. Please be specific about your role, the complexity of the work performed, and the results achieved.
• Other - U.S. Equivalency Evaluation: Foreign transcripts are not accepted; they must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered: Foreign Transcript Evaluation Services
• If your transcripts were obtained in the U.S., you my bypass this item by selecting Upload > Bypass
• Failure to provide U.S Equivalency Evaluation for foreign transcripts may deem your application as incomplete and disqualify you from consideration

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.

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

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Lindsey Leon View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io

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: Christina Vinson View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.

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