Job Posting: Accounting Technician

Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery

JC-365962
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Accounting Technician
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

$3,308.00 - $4,145.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2023

Job Description and Duties

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, the Accounting Technician position will support operational functions in the ASD/ Fiscal Services/ Accounting/ AR Unit Accounting Section at CalRecycle, a medium to large-compex accounting office.

This position is responsible for duties related to the accounts receivable (AR) functions within the departmental accounting office.

This requires knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, governmental accounting, the uniform accounting system, related laws, rules and regulations, and principles of business management to prepare and track various monthly accounts receivable reports and reconciliations, analyze accounts receivables for completeness and accuracy, and ensure department’s billings are processed according to the state administrative manual (SAM) and regulations as set forth in Public Resources Code (PRC).

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-365962
Position #(s):
835-161-1741-004
Working Title:
Accounting Technician
Classification:
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
$3,308.00 - $4,145.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) is a special funded agency, offering an excellent opportunity to candidates looking for experience in a mid-size office environment where they get to see and experience various functions of governmental accounting. Be part of the team that is creating a future where Californians buy green, build green, drive green, and live green!
Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

Resume, transcripts and references must be submitted with application in order to be considered for an interview.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed. Application must include "to" and "from" employment dates (mm/dd/yy), hours per week, and prior employer contact information including contact number.

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: 5/22/2023

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 Resources Recycling & Recovery
Attn: Human Resources
1001 I Street, 19th Floor
Sacramento,, CA 95812-4025

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery
Human Resources
1001 I Street, 19th Floor
Sacramento,, CA 95812-4025
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 required and must be included.
  • School Transcripts
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:

Experience in accounting/ financial record keeping, and knowledge of accounting principles and procedures associated with California's accounting structure (e.g., accounts receivables, cashiering)

Knowledge and/ or understanding of policies and regulations; understanding of state fiscal policy, Uniform Codes Manual (UCM), the State Administrative Manual (SAM), the Manual of State Funds, business law, and government code

Experience working with all levels of staff within a department, as well as control agencies

Experience with financial accounting systems such as FI$Cal, QuickBooks or similar software

Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and/ or Adobe

Experience with writing reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, or tasks of equivalent skill level/difficulty

Education as it relates to Accounting or other related field such as Business/ Economics or Finance

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, CalRecycle offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at http://calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx

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

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Audie Reyes
(916) 341-6646
careers@calrecycle.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 341-6660
EEO@calrecycle.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.