Associate Accounting Analyst

Job Description and Duties Telework Information: This position is eligible for remote‑centered hybrid telework up to three days per week; the other two days per week are in the office for hands‑on training and team meetings. Under the direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) works independently to perform the more complex and difficult assignments relating to the set up and maintenance of the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) and associated technical accounting responsibilities to help ensure the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) general ledger and financial reports are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Office of Fiscal Services (OFS) guidelines, Governor’s Budget, Department of Finance (DOF) rules and regulations, State Controller's Office (SCO) policies, State Administrative Manual (SAM), and government codes. Within the General Ledger unit, the AAA will lead the timely and accurate completion of DIR’s monthly reconciliations, month‑end close, year‑end close, and preparation of financial statements. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.3. Eligibility To be considered for this Associate Accounting Analyst job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please visit: Working Conditions This position is located at: 455 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102. The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. Daily access to, and use of, a personal computer and telephone is essential. The position requires data entry. Telework is available as approved by the department. Special Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ must be in 11‑point Arial font, have 1" margins, be limited to no more than two (2) single‑sided pages, and be in narrative form (no bullet points). Only complete applications that include an SOQ will be reviewed, and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed. Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must address the following: Describe your background, experience, education, and training in Financial Accounting. Application Instructions 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. Final Filing Date: 7/10/2026 Who May Apply 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. Required Application Package Documents 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. Statement of Qualifications – see the Special Requirements section for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 workplace. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr