ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position.

About the role

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) Accounting Services Branch in Rancho Cucamonga is seeking Accountant Trainees to support financial operations. This position is located at Cleveland Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino County, and is eligible for hybrid telework in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Travel to institution/facilities may be required.

Responsibilities

Duties are outlined in the attached Duty Statement. Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
• Performing accounting tasks as specified in the Class Specification for Accountant Trainee.

Requirements

Minimum requirements are detailed in the Class Specification. Additional requirements include:

• Completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification.
• Submission of unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification if meeting qualifications with education. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
• Foreign degree holders must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency from a NACES-approved service.
• New hires must undergo a background investigation (Live Scan Fingerprinting) and a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, with annual testing thereafter.
• Candidates must not include confidential information (e.g., Social Security Number, birthdate, student ID) on application documents.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification. Desirable qualifications include:

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Pay

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

Schedule

• Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Work Week: Monday - Friday
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Telework: Hybrid

Department Information

The CDCR Accounting Services Branch in Rancho Cucamonga supports the department’s mission to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and rehabilitative programs. The branch fosters an inclusive, respectful workplace and collaborates with internal teams, governmental agencies, and community partners to achieve shared goals.

Special Requirements

• PDF format is preferred for supporting documents.
• CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate identity and employment authorization.
• This recruitment may be used for other vacancies occurring during its lifecycle.