Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Job Description and Duties

The Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting Administrator I, Specialist) supports the Treasury Program by performing advanced accounting and analytical functions within the Cash Receipts Resolution unit. Working under the Cash Receipts Resolution Manager, this role helps ensure the integrity of cash receipts operations through reconciliation oversight, system expertise, procedure development, reporting, and audit coordination. The position requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of fiscal controls and financial systems.

Role Overview

This role serves as the lead subject matter expert for Cash Receipts Resolution, contributing to system development initiatives, reconciliation improvements, and operational enhancements. The Senior Financial Analyst partners with enterprise project teams, legal and compliance functions, IT, and business stakeholders to support efficient cash workflows, robust internal controls, and accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting and analytical duties supporting Cash Receipts Resolution operations.
• Act as a subject matter expert for system development and implementation efforts.
• Collaborate with EPMO, Enterprise Projects, Legal, IT, Risk, Privacy, and business partners.
• Research, analyze, and resolve discrepancies between the general ledger and bank statements.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation reviews to ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and update unit procedures with strong fiscal and security controls.
• Prepare training materials and deliver presentations on Cash Receipts Resolution processes.
• Prepare and review monthly Treasury & Investment Committee materials, including suspense and Cash Receipts data, and deliver concise project updates on progress, risks, and milestones.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors by providing documentation and supporting process requirements.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application and resume. If a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this posting, it must also be submitted as instructed in the “Required Application Package” section. Alternative documents submitted in lieu of required Application, Resume, or Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.

Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.

Candidates must reside in California to be eligible for this appointment.

If this posting requires an SOQ, Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting a document that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Benefits

State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)

Retirement (CalPERS)

Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions

Dental, Vision

401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Group Legal Services Insurance

Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave

Flex Elect Reimbursement Program

Wellness and Recognition

Alternate Work Schedules

Transit Pass Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Scholarship Program

Leadership Training

Mentoring Program

Acknowledgement

By applying to this position, you are also acknowledging that you have received the following information:

• California State benefits
• Duty statement/Job Description
• Salary ranges and steps for the classification(s) advertised

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  1) How have your educational background and professional experience prepared you to succeed in the role of Accounting Administrator I – (Specialist)? In your response, describe specific coursework, certifications, or hands - on accounting experience that has equipped you with the skills needed for this position. Please include at least one example.
  

  
  2) What motivates you to apply for the Accounting Administrator I – (Specialist) position? Explain how this role aligns with your career goals and why you are interested in contributing to this team.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours

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