State of California
Sr. Accounting Officer Specialist
State of California, Sacramento, CA, United States
THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RE-APPLY.
THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
The Employment Development Department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Sr. Accounting Officer Specialist (SAO Specialist). Under the general direction of the Tax Administrator I/II, you will play a pivotal role in performing challenging professional program accounting work and complex monetary eligibility determinations and adjustments related to Claims Processing and Benefit Payment Control activities. We are looking for someone who can contribute their expertise to the position and make a significant impact on our organization.
Why Join Our Team:
By joining our team as a SAO Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a significant impact. We value your expertise and provide a supportive work environment that encourages growth and professional development. Additionally, you will have access to resources and tools to enhance your skills and succeed in your role.
Join us today and be part of a dedicated team that is committed to maintaining the integrity of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund and making a positive difference in the lives of employers and claimants.
Work will be conducted at EDD office located in Rancho Cordova. Free Parking.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
JC-461385
Position #(s):
280-653-4567-013
Working Title:
Sr. Accounting Officer Specialist
Classification:
SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.
Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov
Special Requirements
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov .
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following:
- Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
- Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
- Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
- Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.
Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:
Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) Bulletin
For more information about the State hiring process, click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here .
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: 1/17/2025
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Employment Development Department
Mail In Address
Attn: Job Control #461385
Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54
PO Box 826880
Sacramento , CA 94280-0001
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Employment Development Department
Drop Off Address
Attn: Job Control #461385
EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th floor solar)
722 Capitol Mall
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 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.
- School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ.
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:
- Professional accounting experience in a governmental or private setting, with at least one year of reporting and analyses of accounts, records, funds and financial operations of the entity.
- UI or social benefit program administration knowledge and experience.
- Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office applications at an intermediate level or higher (specifically in Excel and Access)
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong organization skills
- Leadership skills
- Effective oral communication skills
- Effective written communication skills
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, www.calhr.ca.gov , and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov .
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Sheila Bradley
(916) 464-0557
Sheila.Bradley@edd.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) 654-8434
Accessibility@edd.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.
Statement of Qualifications Requirements
A Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and must be typed, not more than two pages in length, must include the applicant name, email, and phone number in the header, and must clearly address the following questions with the responses in numbered format:
1. What work have you done that would prepare you to analyze data, provide valuable insights, and contribute to the improvement of an Unemployment Insurance (UI) program or process?
2. Describe what Microsoft Office applications you have used. Please include the following:
a. Examples of any worksheets and documents you may have created and what they were used for.
b. Examples of the most advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities you have used when creating the documents and spreadsheets.
c. Examples of how you have used an Access database, run queries or generated reports.
d. Examples of the most advanced functionality you have used for all MS Office applications.
3. Can you describe a time when you were asked to review data, results, or a form template created by another team, like an IT or technical team? How did you approach the review to ensure everything was accurate and met expectations? If you were in a lead role, explain how you guided other team members on what needed to be done and how to achieve the final results.
Background Investigation Requirement
The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.
The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).
The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.
Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey
Merit System Principles
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx
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.