Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting hardcopy applications (mail/drop-off) , please email Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission .

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I of the Accounting Branch, Receipt and Disbursement Section, Accounts Payable Unit, the Accountant Trainee (AT) will perform in a learning capacity, professional accounting work at an entry and training level. The AT is responsible in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and records for specialized agency activities using the Fincancia Information System for California (Fi$CAL) along with innovative technology to perform accounting tasks. In addition, the AT is responsible for reviewing the coding, and invoice information, and making payments to CARB and CalEPA purchase orders, service agreements, contracts, interagency agreements, and memorandum of understanding within the timeframes required by the Prompt Payment Act. The AT acts as a liaison with other State Departments, Federal Agencies and Board Director Offices (BDOs).

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Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. 

The p ositions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)  
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

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:

• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Exceptional follow-through and customer service skills.

• The ability to work well under pressure.

• An attention to detail.

• The ability to use sound judgment and flexibility to adjust workload when necessary.

• Dependability.

• An ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• A working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Benefits

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

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.  Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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