This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Under the direction of an Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Associate Accounting Analyst is responsible for independently providing full accounting and financial services, performs highly complex analytical duties and has responsibility for the budgetary and financial reporting activities of the Department of Transportation Funds (Governmental Cost and Non-Governmental Cost). Duties include accurate recording, reconciliation and reporting of accounting general ledgers and appropriations within the funds assigned while maintaining the proper internal controls. This position requires an understanding of the entire State Fund Accounting process along with the ability to use the necessary computer applications such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint and Advantage system. All work is completed by applying the General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), State Controller’s Office (SCO) rules and regulations, State Administrative Manual (SAM), and Uniform Codes Manual (UCM).

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Associate Accouting 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.

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Working Conditions

• Position located at 1820 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento. 
• Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

While at their base of operation, employees will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial light. However, due to periodic problems with the heating and air conditioning, the building temperature may fluctuate. Most employees will work in workstations within a cubicle. Working hours will be set sometime between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Overtime may be required, and vacations may be restricted during peak times and fiscal year-end closing. Employees may be required to travel in state, however the travel it is not very frequent. As critical activities require attention, it is essential that the incumbent maintain regular and punctual attendance. May serve in a lead capacity providing technical guidance and temporary office coverage.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• Resume, College Transcripts and Cover Letter are required
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification
• Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment
• Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent
• Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or
• Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.