Job Posting: Associate Accounting Analyst

State Coastal Conservancy

JC-472409
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Associate Accounting Analyst
ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST

$6,146.00 - $7,927.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/29/2025

Job Description and Duties

"Love the California coast, the environment, and accounting? This might be the job for you!"

The State Coastal Conservancy (SCC) values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California’s coast and ocean for present and future generations.

The position reports to SCC Headquarter office located in Oakland, CA, and is eligible for telework, in accordance with SCC’s Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Beginning on July 1, per Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order, state employees currently covered by a hybrid telework policy will transition to a schedule that includes a default of four days a week in the office. Telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) Limited Term, works independently performing a wide variety of difficult and complex financial and accounting analysis, reconciling and preparing Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP) financial statements, budgetary/legal basis financial statements, and additional duties that include, but are not limited to complex fund and other monthly reconciliations and analyzing and resolving reconciling items for various funds.   

To be considered for this Associate Accounting Analyst job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: CalCareers

This position is only budgeted for a one-year term.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• The Conservancy has a telework policy for Headquarter (HQ) employees, that allows staff to telework up to 3 days per work week. Telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.
• A computer for teleworking will be provided.
• Work hours are Monday through Friday, eight hours per day. Prolonged periods of sitting (or standing, if preferred) are expected.
• Position require repetitive movements and physical activity in the performance of daily certain duties.
• Work on a computer up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds with accommodation as needed.
• Indoor work is common, although outdoor work may be necessary.
• Multitask, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities in a cooperative manner.
• Travel by car or plane, with overnight stays necessary on occasion as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-472409
Position #(s):
536-100-4588-002
536-100-4588-001
Working Title:
Associate Accounting Analyst
Classification:
ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTING ANALYST
$6,146.00 - $7,927.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Alameda County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Special Requirements

Important Applications Instructions:

  • If you're new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job.
  • The State application (STD 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. The Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Please refer to the resource: Work for California Resource: State Application Checklist
  • A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see "Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and Instructions," section below for more information. Please refer to the resource: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications
  • Copy of diploma and/or transcripts (official/unofficial) required.
  • Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

Examination Information

 


Applications received without ALL of these required items listed above will not receive further consideration for this position. 

Application Instructions

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.

Final Filing Date: 4/29/2025

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 (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.

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).

How To Apply

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:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Coastal Conservancy
Inge Sorensen
Attn: Inge Sorensen
1515 Clay Street, Floor 10
Oakland, CA 94612

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Coastal Conservancy
Inge Sorensen
Inge Sorensen
1515 Clay Street, Floor 10
Oakland, CA 94612
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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:

  • 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.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Degree and/or School Transcripts
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please see the "Statement of Qualification Section" at the bottom of the job posting, for the instructions and responses to the SOQ questions. 
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.

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:
  • Able to work both independently and in a team situation.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities.
  • History of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Working knowledge of FI$Cal system a plus.
  • Communicates well verbally and in written formats.
  • Consistently exercises a high degree of initiative.
  • Possess a positive attitude, open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

State Coastal Conservancy employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/CaliforniaState-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://scc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Cindy Chen
(510) 286-0552
cindy.chen@scc.ca.gov

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.

EEO Contact:
Helen Kang
(510) 286-4349
helen.kang@scc.ca.gov
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.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Develop a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) to respond to the prompt below. The SOQ must be no more than one page, with Calibri font at least size 12, and at least one-inch margins. Failure to include an SOQ will disqualify you from consideration.

Prompt: Describe your experience with month-end and year-end reconciliations, specifying the types of reconciliations you’ve performed and the reports you’ve used.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
  • A candidate pool may be established to fill subsequent vacancies.
  • Priority will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.
  • If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks from the final file date, you may assume another applicant has filled the position. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement. 
  • **Once a significant candidate pool is received, an internal cutoff period will be established and interviews will be scheduled, and only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the interview**

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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