What are the responsibilities and job description for the FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT III position at State Controller's Office?
Duties Performed:
Lead, plan, organize, direct, coordinate, instruct, and review the work of supervisory and professional financial accounting staff responsible for complex financial accounting, forecasting, allocations, cash management, reporting, and reconciling of the statewide financial activities. Such activities pertain to the State Treasury, Pooled Money Investment Account (PMIA), Surplus Money Investment Fund (SMIF), Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), General Fund, Cash Accountability accounts, Special Funds, and Bond Funds. Such activities include:
- Preparing various program financial accounting reports, statistical information, and financial data for use by Division management, the Executive Office, other state entities, or other interested parties.
- Analyzing and processing financial accounting transactions including cash transfers, remittances, payments, loans and allocations.
- Monitoring the daily accounting for the State’s General Fund revenues, disbursements, and transfers. Direct the publication of the monthly General Fund Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursement in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Overseeing the development and performance of complex cash flow forecast models under various cash scenarios, analysis of financial trends, legislative changes, and economic conditions impacting the state’s financial future.
- Overseeing development and performance of complex forecasting of fund cash balances, revenues, and disbursements. Directing the development of the various reports submitted to the Pooled Money Investment Board and Governor for approval.
- Evaluating, developing, and implementing cash management processes to determine the need for changes as required by changes to legislation, Constitution, federal directives, court decisions, or financial accounting system requirements.
- Reconciling Fiscal System financial records to ensure accuracy of statewide financial records which result in financial statements and accurate reporting of the State’s financial position. Resolving outstanding reconciling items. Responding to audit requests.
- Overseeing the Discharge of Accountability program to approve State agency write off of uncollectible accounts receivables. Direct staff in the review of discharge requests to ensure collection efforts were exhausted.
Meet with the Bureau Chief to assess workload issues for the purposes of creating performance measurements, annual work plans, and project management plans. Participate in the agency's development and implementation of a new financial accounting system (FI$Cal).
Ensure the Section adheres to the overall mission, vision, goals, and objectives of the Division, Bureau and Department. Provide direction and oversight regarding the understanding and implementation of legislation, policies, regulations, and procedures. Conduct ongoing risk assessments, monitor and verify adequacy of internal controls in compliance with the State Leadership Accountability Act.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is located at The Park, a quaint and historical campus environment two blocks from McKinley Park, in the heart of residential East Sacramento. Easily accessible from US 50 and I-80, The Park offers free parking, quick walks to local restaurant favorites, and countless lunchtime strolling opportunities through the quiet East Sacramento neighborhood.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the State Controller's Office policies.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT III
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and efficiency of the state’s financial operations. As the backbone of California’s financial reporting, SARD is responsible for preparing and publishing essential financial statements, overseeing the state’s budgetary control, and providing vital fiscal information to policy decision-makers and the public. Working in this division means contributing to the financial stability and integrity of the fifth-largest economy in the world with opportunities to engage in meaningful work, learn from seasoned experts, and grow your career in public finance.
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Special Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions.
Take the required examination here: Financial Accountant III Examination
Application Instructions
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: Until FilledWho May 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).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 -
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed in Arial font, 12-point size, single-spaced, on 8.5" x 11" paper, one-inch margins, no more than two pages in length, indicate "Statement of Qualifications" at the top of the page, identify candidate's name on each page, and answer the following questions listed below. Resumes are not an acceptable substitute for the SOQ.
1. Please describe your experience communicating effectively and developing positive working relationships with top level administrators, stakeholders, and control agencies.
2. Please describe your experience overseeing professional accounting staff performing, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial accounting transactions and reports.
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
- Knowledge of the organization and functions of the State Controller's Office and California State Government
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, standards, and procedures
- Ability to analyze data, draw sound conclusions, and make recommendations
- Ability to organize and establish workload priorities, work well under pressures, and exercise initiative and flexibility
- Organized in managing work and meeting deadlines with the ability to manage multiple priorities requiring quick turnaround times
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and cooperatively with others
- Knowledge and experience with personal computers utilizing Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, etc.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and a positive attitude
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lucy Xiong
(916) 323-6455
LXiong@sco.ca.gov
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:SCO EEO Officer
(916) 324-2223
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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 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.
