Accountant Trainee

Job Description and Duties

Do you desire a friendly, flexible, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment? Are you good with numbers and passionate about using your accounting education to gain valuable experience to expand your knowledge and leadership skills to grow your accounting career? Consider serving the students of California by joining the California Department of Education (CDE) Accounting Team. The Accountant Trainee performs professional accounting work for the California Department of Education in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and records, and Zero Dollar Deposit (ZDD) for advance collections including Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) uploads. Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

CDE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Additionally, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. For more information click here: You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions

HYBRID This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of two days per week in the office. 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:

• Knowledge of personal computer software and ten key. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Ability to analyze issues and problem solve. • Effective leadership skills. • Positive interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people. • Comprehensive knowledge of FI$Cal, State Administrative Manual, Government Codes, and the California Department of Human Resources rules and regulations. Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include: • Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance • Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days • 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus) • Employee Assistance Program • Commute Program More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website: Benefits Summary Important Application Instructions

How to Apply for state jobs: Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended. DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status. Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered. For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete. For civil service classifications, do not use working titles. If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies: Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted. Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment. For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: 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. Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications -

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

• Describe how your accounting background makes you a good fit for this position. • Describe (3) strengths that make you the best candidate for this position. • Describe your career goals and where you see yourself in the next (5) years.