Job Details

Overview

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Base pay range

This range is provided by the California Department of Industrial Relations. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Job Description and Duties

If you're motivated, analytical, detailed, and looking for a career in government finance with plenty of opportunity for advancement, this is the job for you.

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, in a learning capacity, the Accountant Trainee is responsible for performing professional accounting functions within the General Ledger Unit. Tasks are performed in accordance with Office of Fiscal Services (OFS) guidelines, Governors Budget, Department of Finance (DOF) rules and regulations, State Controller's Office (SCO) policies, State Administrative Manual (SAM), and government codes utilizing FI$Cal/PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office. Within the General Ledger Unit, as a learner the Accountant Trainee will learn to assist with DIRs monthly reconciliations, month-end close, year-end close, and preparation of financial statements.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.

Qualifications and Requirements

A resume may be optional. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to appointment. If you meet Minimum Qualifications with education, upload unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service. See the posting for accepted agencies.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. SOQ must be in 11 pt. Arial font, 1" margins, limited to no more than two single-sided pages, in narrative form (no bullet points). The SOQ must address:

• Please describe and provide examples of how your background and experience makes you a good fit for this position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 11/13/2025. Only complete applications that include the SOQ will be reviewed.

How to Apply: Applications may be submitted electronically through CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting a hard copy, follow the methods listed in the posting.

Working Conditions

Location: 455 Golden Gate Ave 10th floor, San Francisco, CA 94102. The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting. The building is air-conditioned with elevator access. Some travel may be required. While in training, in-office presence is required five days a week; hybrid schedule may be available with a minimum of two days in-office per department policy.

Special Requirements

Review the Classification Specifications for Minimum Qualifications. If meeting qualifications with education, upload unofficial transcripts. Residency and eligibility details apply. A SOQ is required as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, military status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation. The State maintains a drug-free workplace policy.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Government Administration

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