Job Description

Job Description and Duties

All applicants will be considered; however, SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.

Are you interested in making life better for Californians? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to create a meaningful impact in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has a career opportunity waiting for you! California not only needs you, it wants you as part of the growing workforce. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at the CDTFA. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility. To learn more about us, please see  CDTFA Gateway to New Opportunities video

This is a re-advertisement of JC-521273. If you previously applied under JC-521273 you would need to re-apply under this new Job Control, JC-533378 in order to be considered.

Under the general direction of the Chief Accounting Officer (Business Taxes Administrator III), the Accounting Administrator (AA) I (Specialist) performs the most complex and sensitive professional accounting work in a large, multifaceted fiscal environment. The AA I (Specialist) conducts advanced analytical accounting activities involving the establishment, maintenance, and analysis of financial records across multiple Accounting Sections. Serves as project manager for enterprise-wide fiscal management initiatives. Provides expert advisory services to the California Department of Tax and Fee (CDTFA) management and executive staff. Represents the Accounting Branch in statewide and departmental discussions on accounting policies and operations. Maintains effective working relationships with CDTFA programs, the Budget Branch, Cashiers Section, State Controller’s Office (SCO), State Treasurer’s Office (STO), California State Auditor’s Office (CSA), Department of Finance (DOF), and other state entities.

Here is the link to the exam bulletin for the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist):

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California. All telework/hybrid schedules require staff to report to the office a minimum number of days per week. Schedules are subject to change.

Currently, per the California Budget Act of 2025, all California Department of Tax and Fee Administration salaries are subject to the provisions of the State of California’s Personal Leave Program.

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Working Conditions

• Position may be located in a high-rise building.
• Partial Telework is available.
• Standard office environment.
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods of time.
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Special Requirements

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to

• Position requires employees to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation. 

• To be considered, a completed Employee Application (STD-678) is required and MUST include all relevant experience: knowledge, skills, abilities, and other competencies, duties performed, “to” and “from” employment start and end dates (month/day/year), and hours worked per week for each position held. Failure to submit a completed STD-678 may result in elimination from the hiring process. In addition to submitting a STD-678, interested candidates must submit a resume, transcripts and Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ).

Education: For classifications where the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) are based on meeting education requirements only: If education is required to meet the MQs please attach a copy of all of your transcripts that show the completion of the required education. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at .

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:

• Ability to apply general accounting principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Ability to research, analyze data and source documents and arrive at sound conclusions and appropriate actions.
• Ability to lead, work well independently, and in a team environment.
• Ability to update and create new procedures, prioritize, complete tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) or comparable systems.
• Ability to communicate well, and provide good Customer Service.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  

Benefits

CDTFA appreciates and proudly celebrates diversity with an emphasis of an inclusive atmosphere in all levels of the organization. CDTFA is a participant in The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Capitol Cohort to advance racial equality and advance opportunities for all in California. Employees of different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, gender orientations and personal experiences are welcomed to contribute to the success of CDTFA.

The CDTFA was presented with the Large State Employer of the Year Award for 2018 from The Association of California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED); showcasing CDTFA’s support of employment, promotion, and fair treatment of persons with disabilities.

CDTFA values its staff and is dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility.

In addition, you can look forward to:

• Convenient public transportation.
• Located near Downtown, major freeway access, multiple eateries.
• The new sustainable May Lee State Office Complex is located in the Sacramento River District. It has an on-site coffee shop, cafeteria, gym, and daycare center.

For more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State Employees

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

Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Requirements

To be considered for this position applicants must include the (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered . The SQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The CDTFA will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SQ.

Additionally, your SQ should be no more than two (2) pages in length, single-spaced and must include:

• Your name on SQ    
• The Job Control number on SQ

Please respond directly to the following SQ items below:

1. Please explain why you are interested in the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) position, include your education and experience that qualifies you for this position.

1. Describe your experience performing the following:
   1. Reviewing Accounting Reconciliations and Financial Statements.
   2. Accounting Principles/Policy/Legislation/Government Code analysis and implementation.
   3. Leading project assignments.

You must provide specific information in your response(s) which demonstrates how your knowledge, skills, and training meet the needs of this position.

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 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 required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Other -

  A completed Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) must be submitted with your STD. 678 in order to be considered for this position. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Requirement section of this job posting for additional information.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work

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