Accounting Analyst

Under the general supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, the Accounting Analyst will perform professional analytical accounting work in the research and reconciliation of corporate actions occurring on securities held in the name of the State Controller for the sole purpose of safeguarding the public's property and funds for return to the rightful owner. This may require working with external parties to obtain correct information. The Accounting Analyst will reconcile the basic and complex security issues to pay security claims. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Duties and Responsibilities:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)

• Analyze current and past activities pertaining to securities remitted to the state under the Unclaimed Property Law to determine their current value. Conduct research and analysis of fiscal transactions for securities from multiple internal and external sources (e.g., unclaimed property accounting systems, accounting records, subsidiary ledgers, account statements, annual stock guides, Internet websites, etc.).

• Reconcile securities accounts on the Unclaimed Property System (UPS2000) that have claims pending approval for payment. Research and reconcile brokerage and mutual fund companies' accounts to balance shares for posting of activities such as sales, dividends, and corporate actions to UPS2000. Contact internal and external parties to resolve discrepancies related to securities remitted to the State. Create accounting worksheets to track past and current fiscal activities and corporate actions for the securities received and recorded by the State. Post security fiscal transactions in UPS2000 after reconciliation and analysis of the issue. Locate, verify, calculate, and link appropriate receipts to posted transactions.

• Analyze accounting data and identify program problem areas so that corrective measures may be implemented. Analyze the financial market of securities and current trends to advise Bureau management on requested information. Prepare status reports for claims pending payment. Provide accounting information reports to management. Develop or update procedures appropriate to the security claims payments process.

• Identify and research overpayments and establish account receivables as needed. Prepare collection letters to claimants, Legal Referrals to be forwarded to the Executive Office, and Issue Resolutions to be forwarded to upper management. Contact claimants on collections and update management on the status of collection efforts.

• Research and respond to written and telephone inquiries from internal and external parties and manage resolution of claimant issues. Prepare correspondence to claimants regarding various securities payment information (e.g., non-transferable shares, fractional shares, response to claimant's inquiry, etc.). Analyze and interpret information regarding the Unclaimed Property law, Administrative Code Regulations, and Bureau Polices and respond to inquiries from the general public, holder community, and professional organizations. Provide support to staff in the analysis and review of fiscal transactions and reconciliation process; which includes planning, verifying and answering questions. Provide assistance to the Associate Accounting Analyst lead as needed.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

• This position will be eligible for telework.

• Free Parking.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-445472

Position #(s):
051-550-4582-049

Working Title:
Accounting Analyst

Classification:
ACCOUNTING ANALYST $4,132.00 - $4,696.00 A
$4,264.00 - $5,081.00 B
$5,113.00 - $6,399.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Facility:
Unclaimed Property Division

Department Information
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Special Requirements

A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required.

Take the Accounting Analyst examination here:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1486

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/26/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Controller's Office
Attn: Human Resources Office, I.G.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Controller's Office
Attn: Human Resources Office, I.G.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300

Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications dropped off in person must be received by 5 p.m. in HR, by the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

• Investment/securities knowledge such as stocks, mutual funds, bonds, dividends, and corporate actions.

• Ability to analyze data and draw sound conclusions.

• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive, and concise reports.

• Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations with regard to accounting problems.

• Ability to organize and establish workload priorities, work well under pressure, and exercise initiative and flexibility.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent attendance.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and cooperatively with others.

• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, standards and procedures.

• Strong analytical and research skills, as well as the ability to use good judgment.

• Self-motivated, dependable, and a positive attitude.

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

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Elisa Wong
(916) 464-6055
ewong@sco.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
SCO EEO Officer
(916) 324-2223

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.