Federal Fund & Bond Administrator

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of an Accounting Administrator I, the incumbent performs the more complex analytical and technical accounting work supporting Federal Trust Fund and Bond Fund accounting and financial reporting activities. The incumbent is responsible for independently performing cash and appropriation reconciliations, monitoring daily cash activity, preparing and reviewing Plan of Financial Adjustment (PFA) reconciliations and interfaces, researching and resolving accounting discrepancies, processing journal entries, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data within FI$Cal.

The incumbent prepares month-end and year-end accounting activities, including accruals, reclassifications, financial statements, DF-303 and DF-304 reports, and other required state and federal financial reports. The position works closely with the State Controller's Office (SCO), Department of Finance (DOF), State Treasury Office (STO), and internal program staff to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), State Administrative Manual (SAM), and applicable state and federal accounting requirements. The incumbent also identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.

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Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resources Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. 

The p ositions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

PLP Language:

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
  
• May involve occasional travel to attend meetings or training.

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:

• Experience with governmental accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and reconciliations.

• Experience using Fi$Cal or another enterprise financial management system.

• Knowledge of State accounting policies, procedures, and financial controls.

• Experience researching and resolving complex accounting discrepancies.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve financial data issues.

Benefits

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

• Gym
• Daycare facility
• Nearby (third-party) parking
• Convenient to public transportation

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration 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 required and must be included.