Job Description

Job Description and Duties

DTSC’s Mission is to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual, who is passionate about learning and contributing to DTSC mission. Under the general supervision of Accounting Administrator II, Chief of the Collections and Resolution Unit, the Associate Accounting Analyst is responsible for independently analyzing complex financial documentation and reporting findings in support of DTSC’s enforcement and cost recovery actions. Come join us today!

As an Associate Accounting Analyst you will have the opportunity to:

• Analyze complex accounting data including assets, liabilities, ownership equity, income, and expenses as reported on financial statements, income tax returns, and bank statements to determine whether the information presented adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ensure completeness of documents from the responsible parties of site cleanups and request additional information as needed
• Analyze accounting data and identifies significant trends, makes comparisons between accounting periods, determines whether the entity or entities can or cannot pay the amounts owed, makes projections, and draws sound conclusions to determine a course of action
• Coordinate with project managers to ascertain their need for financial data, to identify changes in the operating programs which affect the financial analysis, to identify ways of using financial data for cost recovery purposes, and to actively participate in decision and policy making sessions
• Review incoming formal disputes to determine their nature and documentation needed
• Evaluate the reasonableness or validity of the charges in disputes and suggested remedies based on knowledge of laws, rules, and policies governing DTSC’s billable and cost recovery activities

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Ability to audit financial information and verify accuracy
• Ability to research, analyze financial information, draw sound conclusions and make recommendations
• Excellent verbal and report writing skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to establish workload priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Self-driven, reliable, and has a positive attitude

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position. The position is headquartered in Sacramento, CA.

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Special Requirements

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

The SOQ should be 2 paage(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, and Arial font size 12.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe how your knowledge and experience make you a valuable candidate. Please provide examples of your experience and knowledge in analyzing financial information & documentation, draw conclusions and make financial recommendations for decision making.

2. Describe your customer service experience in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

3. Describe how you adapt to the changing priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

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

Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 493314 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer. 

Foreign Degrees

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found .

DO NOT include any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, e tc.).

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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time,

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