Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst is independently responsible for performing the complex, technical, and analytical duties in the Accounts Receivable Branch. The incumbent completes various reconciliations which require an understanding of the Right of Way Management Information System (ROWMIS) and the Advantage accounting system. The incumbent independently conducts complex research of account activity that includes generating ad hoc reports from the Advantage accounting system and database reporting tools from the automated system files. The incumbent is responsible for verification of the Advantage accounting system balances in all the Right of Way Management asset, liability, revenue, and expenditure accounts. The incumbent will respond to questions from local or private entities and/or their auditors.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Associate Accounting Analyst 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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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: General knowledge of accounting principles and procedures; knowledge in establishing accounts receivables and in recording adjustments and payments against them. Knowledge of automated systems and Microsoft Office functionalities. The ability to answer questions and respond to debtor disputes orally and in writing with diplomacy and concern. The ability to work with a minimum of supervision in carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities, including reviewing accounts receivable files to gather information, answer questions or respond to debtor disputes. Express ideas and information clearly, concisely, and logically, both orally and in writing, to supervisors and employees. The ability to develop and maintain good working relations with groups and individuals during the course of one’s work. Be flexible, persuasive, tactful and effective in imparting information in order to achieve desired results.
Contact Information
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.
Human Resources Contact:
Hoda Elshamy
(279) 234-2217
Hoda.Elshamy@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Shawn Guerrero
(279) 234-2848
Shawn.Guerrero@dot.ca.gov
