Financial Accountant I – Bureau of State Government Reporting, State Reporting Policy Section

4 weeks ago

Sacramento, California, United States California State Controller's Office Full time
Job Summary

The California State Controller's Office is seeking a highly skilled Financial Accountant I to join our team in the State Reporting Policy Section. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in analyzing and implementing new financial accounting and reporting requirements, standards, and pronouncements affecting the State of California's financial records and statements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze, interpret, and implement new financial accounting and reporting requirements, standards, and pronouncements affecting the State of California's financial records and statements.
  • Actively monitor developments in financial accounting and reporting requirements from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), legislation, and other sources.
  • Prepare and comment on written analyses, work plans, and schedules to implement new financial accounting and reporting standards affecting the state's financial records, financial statements, and annual reports.
  • Assist with the development of training materials and instructions for staff on statewide accounting policies and procedures and assist with peer reviews of staff work.
  • Consult with management, other organizations, or third parties as necessary to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of implementing new financial accounting and reporting requirements.
  • Evaluate current procedures and policies for business improvement opportunities and coordinate with other SCO divisions to effect changes to business processes.
  • Research issues, perform analyses, and write issue papers and reports.
  • Participate in providing guidance and subject matter expertise on statewide accounting and reporting activities and projects.
  • Provide state financial accounting and fiscal policies expertise to staff in the design, development, and workflow processes necessary to prepare statewide financial statements and reports.
  • Assist in the development of financial-related training curriculum on financial accounting and reporting for state agencies.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Experience in implementing GASB pronouncements.
  • Ability to read, understand, and interpret legislation, and GASB pronouncements in relation to GAAP.
  • Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
  • Ability to train staff on GASB pronouncements and other accounting matters.
  • Excellent written and communication skills, initiative, dependability, and ability to communicate diplomatically and effectively.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Expertise in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and lead others effectively.
  • Degree in Accountancy or Business Administration.
  • Certified Public Accountant.
About the California State Controller's Office

The California State Controller's Office ensures the state government's monetary resources are independently accounted for and disbursed according to law in a timely manner. Our vision is to strengthen California's fiscal and economic standing by protecting taxpayer dollars, promoting transparency, modeling financial integrity, and supporting accountability throughout government.

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