Associate Accounting Analyst

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring an Associate Accounting Analyst within our Financial Management Division. In this role, you will act as a lead to assist staff with daily transactions, questions, and training on the most complex emergency invoices and expenditure transactions within the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) automated accounting system.

The deadline to apply is December 24, 2025, at 11:59PM PT. Please reach out to Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.

Responsibilities:

• Independently audit incoming emergency invoices against the most complex and often multi-funded procurement documents, which may include the General Fund, Federal Fund, and/or Special Fund
• Perform research and analysis of coding for proper funding sources and verify funding against existing budget authority, working closely with the Programs, Program Support Unit, and the Budget Office
• Post complex, multi-funded financial transactions directly into the FI$Cal automated accounting system, and review and approve vouchers within FI$Cal for payment of invoices through the State Controller’s Office (SCO)
• Prepare correspondence to vendors and/or program representatives on disputed matters; research and respond to program inquiries regarding expenditures and encumbrance transactions; and serve as team liaison for ensuring that emergency payment issues are resolved, and appropriate recommendations are provided in a timely matter
• Review and analyze FI$Cal reports, and provide recommendations to department management regarding financial status and potential emergency invoice problem areas
• Independently review, analyze, and quickly make sound decisions to pay emergency expedite invoices outside the FI$Cal by creating a claim schedule and submitting to SCO with clear justification for an expedite request, and work closely with SCO to resolve any processing issues quickly to ensure timely payment
• Request payments through the Office Revolving Fund (ORF) when necessary and continually process the replenishment of the fund, and interpret and post journal entries and transfer documents received from the SCO for accuracy
• In a lead capacity, assist the supervisor with overseeing and monitoring emergency activities within the Encumbrance Invoice Payment Team including, but not limited to, training staff on processes and best practices to ensure accuracy and consistency and assisting staff with the correction of posting errors
• Report to AA I (Supervisor) the operational needs of the team, including the review of proposals to change accounting procedures, as well as process improvements of payables functions and workflows
• Assist with the analysis and development of internal desk procedures within the FI$Cal automated system

At CDPH, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’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.

New to State Service? The following steps will navigate you through the application process:

1. Create a CalCareer account by going to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Login.aspx.

2. Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.

3. After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take, and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the Exam/Assessment Search tab. Please note, while candidates are welcome to apply to positions without taking the examination, candidates pass the examination prior to appointment. Please review the minimum qualifications thoroughly, prior to beginning the examination.

4. Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.

Link to Apply: https://bit.ly/3MBupWt

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $6,330.00 - $7,929.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95814