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<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Department of Public Health
</p></div><div><div><div>JC-520265 </div><ul><li></li></ul><div>Senior Accounting Support Officer
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SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)
</div></div><p>$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month<br>
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
</p><p><b>Final Filing Date: </b><b>6/17/2026</b><b><br>
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><p>Job Description and Duties</p>
<p></p><div>This position supports the California Department of Public Health&rsquo;s (CDPH) mission by independently performing complex accounting work requiring comprehensive knowledge of the entire accounting process. The Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) (Specialist) ensures timely distribution of all State Controller&rsquo;s Office (SCO) warrants, including master payroll, overtime, stipends, intermittent checks, and garnishments, in compliance with the California Labor Code. The incumbent completes critical year-end tasks such as payroll accruals. The incumbent reviews and approves the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) payroll vouchers and provides technical guidance to the Human Resources Division (HRD) Payroll staff and consultative support to management on regulations, policies, and laws. The SAO (Specialist) reviews and incorporates new payroll-related requirements into unit procedures and trains staff on updates. The incumbent also maintains communication with staff and management, conducts cross-training, and provides recommendations to support effective Payroll Unit operations.</div><div></div><div><br>
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I (AAI) Supervisor of the Operations Support and Service Centers Unit.</div><p>
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees&rsquo; monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.</p><p>
</p><p><b>Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:</b><br>
<b>https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment</b></p><br>
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</div><p></p><div><p>Working Conditions</p>
<p></p><p><b>Telework Information
</b></p><p>This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH&rsquo;s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
</p><p>Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee&rsquo;s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.</p><p>
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.</p><br>
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</div></div><div><div><p>Position Details</p>
<div><div><div><b>Job Code #:</b> </div><div>JC-520265
</div></div><div><div><b>Position #(s):</b>
</div><div><div>580-110-4567-050</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Working Title:</b> </div><div><b>Senior Accounting Support Officer</b>
</div></div></div><div><div><b>Classification:</b> </div><div>SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)
<div>$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
</div>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
</div></div><div></div><div><div><b># of Positions:</b> </div><div>1
</div></div><div><div><b>Work Location:</b> </div><div>Sacramento County
</div></div><div><div><b>Telework:</b> </div><div>Hybrid
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Type:</b> </div><div>Permanent, Full Time
</div></div></div></div><div><p>Department Information</p>
<div><p>At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California&rsquo;s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.</p><p><br>
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. The Financial Management Division (FMD), within the CDPH Administration Division, is responsible for the preparation, analysis and management of the Department&rsquo;s budget, maintenance of accounting records and financial data, and acts as the liaison with the Department of Finance (DOF), Legislative Analyst&rsquo;s Office, Legislative Budget staff, and the federal government on budget and fiscal matters affecting the Department.</p><p>
FMB is in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across from the beautiful State Capitol Park and World Peace Rose Garden.</p><p>
The California State service offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; a state pension and participates in the state&rsquo;s 401K/457 program.</p><p>
 <b>&ldquo;The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.&rdquo;
</b></p><p><b>&ldquo;CDPH is an E-Verify Employer&rdquo;</b></p>
</div><p>Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
</p></div></div><div></div><div><div><p>Special Requirements</p>
<div></div><div><p><b>This position is pending final approval from the Human Resources Division.</b></p><p><br>
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include <b>all employment history</b> on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, <b>hours worked per week</b>, and <b>start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY)</b>. Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.</p><div>
A <b>completed</b> State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference <b>Job Control #</b> <b>(520265) </b>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<b>. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.</b></div><div></div><p><br>
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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. <b>Please submit only one application.</b></p><div>
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.</div>
</div></div><div><p>Application Instructions</p>
<div><p>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.
</p>Final Filing Date: 6/17/2026
<p><b>Who May Apply</b></p>
<div>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).
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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).
</div><p><b>How To Apply</b></p>
<div>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:<br>
<div><p><b>Address for Mailing Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div>Department of Public Health
</div><div>CCAU Mailing
</div><div>Attn: Classification &amp; Certification Unit
</div><div>P.O. Box 997378
</div><div>MS 1700-1702
</div><div>Sacramento, CA 95899-7378
</div></div></div></div><div><p><b>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div><div>Department of Public Health
</div><div>CCAU Drop Off
</div><div>Classification &amp; Certification Unit
</div><div>1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
</div><div></div><div>Sacramento, CA 95814
</div><div></div><div>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
</div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Required Application Package Documents</b></p>
<p>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:
</p><ul><li>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.</li>
<li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.</li>
<li>Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications<b> </b><b><i>instructions below at end of posting</i></b>. Any applications received that <b><i>do not provide</i></b> a written response to the SOQ<b> </b><b><i>may be rejected</i></b>.</li>
</ul></div>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
</div></div></div><div><p>Desirable Qualifications</p>
<div>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:<br>
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<ul><li>Experience in Master Payroll and Revolving Fund
</li><li>Knowledge and experience with FI$Cal, year-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliation.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).</li><li>
Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and sound judgement.</li><li>
Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills</li><li>
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.</li><li>
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment with complex projects and multiple priorities.</li><li>
Maintain consistent and excellent attendance, dependability, self-motivation and positive attitude.</li></ul>
</div></div><div><p>Benefits</p>
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</div></div><div><p>Contact Information</p>
<div><p>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.
</p><p><b>Department Website:</b> https://www.cdph.ca.gov
</p><p><b>Human Resources Contact:
</b><br>
Human Resources Division<br>
(916) 445-0983<br>
apply@cdph.ca.gov
</p><p><b>Hiring Unit Contact:
</b><br>
Desiree Moreno<br>
(916) 384-7090<br>
Desiree.Moreno@CDPH.CA.GOV
</p><div><p>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.
</p><b>EEO Contact:</b><br>
EEO Office<br>
(916) 445-0938<br>
</div><p>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.
</p></div></div><div><p>Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
</p><p></p><p><b>A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. </b>The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate&rsquo;s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process. The SOQ should be no longer than one page, using 12-point font.</p><div>
<ul><li>Describe and identify how your education, training, and skills correlate to this position.</li><li>
Describe and provide examples of your accounting experience reviewing, monitoring, and analyzing accounting transactions.</li><li>
Describe your experience with accounting and fiscal systems, including your knowledge of the State of California&rsquo;s system (FI$Cal).</li></ul></div>
</div><p></p><div><div><p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p>
<p>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.
</p><p>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.
</p></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><b>Application Methods:
</b><div>Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)</div>
<div>By Mail</div>
<div>Drop-off</div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

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