Job Posting: Accounting Administrator I (Specialist)

Department of FISCal

JC-514117
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Accounting Administrator I (Specialist)
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 5/6/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you ready to expand your career to help support and improve California's statewide FI$Cal system? Then come join our team as a go-to expert for FI$Cal users and keep California's financial operations running smoothly!

The Accounting Administrator (AA) I (Specialist) supports the FI$Cal system and helps departments use the FI$Cal system, works with the State Controller’s Office on Month-End and Year-End Close activities, and serves as a subject matter expert for the Accounts Payable area. The AA I (Specialist) provides customer support, researches and resolves system issues, and assists with change requests. In addition, the incumbent will provide Level 2 support to end users by helping resolve FI$Cal system incidents and service requests, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution.

Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) classification, you must take and pass the examination.


Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay

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

Working Conditions

At FI$Cal, we currently offer a remote-centered position with the flexibility of telework up to three days per week. In-office attendance is mandatory on designated days and is subject to change. Our office is located at 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA. Candidates residing outside of California are welcome to interview, but proof of California residency is required before appointment. Please note, relocation and commute expenses are the responsibility of the employee.

 

This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures.

 

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US at all times during their employment with the Department of FISCal.

The Department of FISCal does not:

  • Sponsor visas
  • Utilize E-Verify for employment authorization/certification purposes
  • Participate in the STEM OPT extension program

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-514117
Position #(s):
333-450-4552-045
Working Title:
Accounting Administrator I (Specialist)
Classification:
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Our department develops, maintains and operates FI$Cal, the statewide financial system. The FI$Cal system modernized how the state of California manages its finances and is one of the largest and most dynamic IT and business-transformation undertakings in California’s history. It eliminates the need for hundreds of independent legacy systems by combining the state’s accounting, budgeting, cash management, and procurement operations into a single financial-management system.

Our mission is to operate the statewide financial system to enable California to perform budgeting, procurement, cash management and accounting functions transparently and efficiently.

Our vision is to provide world-class customer service, innovative solutions and efficient system operations as a trusted partner.

Our department has four Divisions: Administrative Services, Business Operation & Solutions, Information Technology and Executive.

This position is located in the Business Operation & Solutions Division (BOSD):

Business Operation & Solutions Division (BOSD), whose central mission is to ensure the effective delivery and positive reception of the FI$Cal solution. BOSD continues to provide effective support services, both onsite and remotely, to departmental stakeholders as it has in the past. BOSD also works closely with Partner Agencies to support month-end and year-end close

Department Website: https://fiscal.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity.
  • This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked.  
  • The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.
  • The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.

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: 5/6/2026

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.

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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of FISCal
Human Resources Office
Attn: Human Resources Office
2000 Evergreen Street
Suite 120
Sacramento, CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of FISCal
Human Resources Office
Human Resources Office
2000 Evergreen Street
Suite 120
Sacramento, CA 95815
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:
  • FI$Cal System/ ERP experience
  • Accounts Payable experience
  • General Ledger experience
  • Analytical experience
  • Training/ Presentation experience
  • Develop/ Enhance/ Test Accounting systems experience
  • Create/ Update Desk Procedures/ Manuals experience

Benefits

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

Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://fiscal.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
FI$Cal Human Resources Office
(916) 576-5240
Careers@fiscal.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:
FI$Cal EEO Officer
(916) 576-5081
ReasonableAccomodation@fiscal.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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