ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

Under direct supervision of the Senior Accounting Officer, the Accountant Trainee will attain a strong knowledge of practices, policies, and procedures of the Accounting Office.

Responsibilities

• Review information and process data according to applicable rules and procedures of the Trust/Support functions of the Accounting Office.
• Accurately record, receipt, track, and log paperwork, forms, and other information.
• Attain knowledge of all Support and Trust functions of the Accounting Office.
• Perform additional duties and functions as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (see Minimum Requirements section).
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
• If meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
• Applicants with foreign degrees/transcripts must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency (e.g., through NACES).
• New hires must submit to a background investigation, including Live Scan Fingerprinting, and a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by annual testing thereafter.
• CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).
• Excellent computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Willingness to promote a positive working environment and an inclusive workplace.

Pay

$4,442.00 - $5,296.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

• 12-month limited term position; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
• Full-time, in-office role.
• Work Shift: 0800-1600 (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM).
• Work Week: Monday-Friday.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and CalPERS websites. Additional details include:

• Retirement benefits through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalHR Salary and Benefits).
• Benefits and protections provided by the State Civil Service Act (CalHR Merit System Principles).
• Comprehensive benefits summary (CalHR Employee Benefits Summary).

Location

California Men's Colony, San Luis Obispo County.

Department Information

Vision: We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission: To facilitate the successful reintegration of individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Commitment: CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and fulfilling environments for employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in communities. We aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices.

Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, healthcare partners, and communities.

Note: This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.