Job description

o be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply you must first, create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created you can search 366445 to locate the job posting and apply.

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 04/27/2023. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.

Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, applying electronically is highly encouraged.

**Currently, this position operates under a hybrid telework plan of three days in the office and two days of telework. The initial training period for this position will require the candidate to work 100% in the office.**

The State Water Resources Control Board’s, Division of Administration Services has an opening for an Accountant Trainee in the Accounting Branch. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

To be considered for this position, applicant must provide a COPY of unofficial transcripts and degree (if applicable) at the same time of application submission; however, please be aware that OFFICIAL transcripts must be provided prior to appointment.

Duties:

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Accountant Trainee will audit and process various cash receipts documents for multiple fee, reimbursement, loan, and cost recovery programs from Regional and State Boards. Documents include reports of collections, deposit slips, invoice remittances, Administrative Civil Liabilities (ACL’s), Notice of Intents (NOI’s), Notice of Terminations (NOT’s), and invoice cancellations and adjustments (Form X’s). Ensure that all necessary documentation has been received for establishment of proper receipts accounts and records. Review, analyze, and reconcile; receivable accounts, accruals, general ledger accounts, deposit detail reports, collections summary reports, and exceptions reports. Determine the appropriate fund, program, revenue type, reimbursement type, general ledger, and revenue source code. Cashier and link deposits to receivable accounts as needed. Prepare posting documents for input into the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS), Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS), Financial Management System (FMS), the Daily Activity Recording and Tracking Systems (DARTS), Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP), Devices database, and other data bases as needed. Answer inquiries regarding multi-fund issues from State and Regional Board staff. Reviews check batches and affixes signature using the check-signing machine. Prepares check log and batches for reconciliation. Assist with processing payroll. Assist with the research of Uncleared Collections, Dishonored Checks and Unclaimed Property. Provide cooperative backup for Travel/Payments, Loans/Grants, and Tanks/Contract Units. Assist with processing travel/payments, tanks/contracts, loans/grants payments; and office support functions including answering phones, distributing mail.

The Accounting Branch supports multiple funds, programs, State and Regional Water Boards as well as Drinking Water Offices throughout the State of California. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to start a state accounting career. The Water Board Accounting Branch provides a team environment with training and mentoring. The challenge and complexity of accounting for the many Water Board programs leads to great experience and upward mobility.

Overtime during peak periods, such as yearend, may be required.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

Please take a moment to fill out the State Water Resources Control Board's Recruitment Survey.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,065.00 - $4,847.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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