Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties
Under the direct supervision of an Accounting Administrator I, the Accountant Trainee is responsible for completing duties required for processing Statewide travel expenses and other employee claims, resolving travel payment issues and transaction errors, utilizing section databases, electronic spreadsheets, and electronic data upload processes to facilitate timely and accurate payments, and completing expenditure adjustments.
In addition, the position serves in a back-up capacity for other travel related accounting functions. The Accountant Trainee must utilize a mainframe system as well as personal computer, including database and other software.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Accountant Trainee exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
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.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.
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:
- Broad knowledge of the State of California’s fund accounting process as well as a good working knowledge of professional accounting practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of State Administrative Manual, Department of Personnel Administration, and Departmental Accounting Manual.
- The ability to analyze accounting transactions and be able to make sound decisions and recommendations in regard to accounting practices.
- The ability to plan, organize and establish work priorities is critical due to the need for timely and accurate financial information.
- The ability to communicate effectively and treat customers with respect and courtesy is required.
