ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST) JC-527007

Department Information At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. The Financial Management Division (FMD), within the CDPH Administration Division, is responsible for the preparation, analysis and management of the Department’s budget, maintenance of accounting records and financial data, and acts as the liaison with the Department of Finance (DOF), Legislative Analyst’s Office, Legislative Budget staff, and the federal government on budget and fiscal matters affecting the Department. FMD is located in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across from the beautiful State Capitol Park and World Peace Rose Garden. The California State service offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; a state pension, and the participate in the state’s 401K/457 program. “The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.” “ The CDPH is currently an E-Verify employer. ” Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov Job Description And Duties The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is seeking a motivated and detail-driven Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) to serve as the Accounts Payable Unit’s lead expert for highly complex fiscal activities, month-end closing (MEC), year-end functions, and in-depth Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) analysis that directly supports CDPH’s mission and strategic goals. In this role, you will independently research and resolve complex accounting issues, prepare daily and monthly summary reports with actionable recommendations, interpret and apply rules and policies in alignment with California Code of Regulations (CCR) , California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) , and Department of General Services (DGS), provide first-level technical support for invoice tracking and portal issues, coordinate year-end deadlines with State Treasurer’s Office (STO), State Controller’s Office (SCO) , and FI$Cal, and serve as the lead for special projects that enhance Accounts Payable operations. This position offers the opportunity to become a trusted subject-matter expert, contribute to statewide financial accuracy and efficiency, gain valuable FI$Cal specialization, and support a collaborative, solutions-focused team under the direction of the Accounting Administrator II. If you enjoy solving complex problems, analyzing data, improving processes, and making a meaningful impact on statewide financial operations, we’d love to have you join our team. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Final Filing Date: 8/14/2026 Position Details Job Code #: JC-527007 Position #(s): 580-110-4552-909 Working Title Accounts Payable Specialist Classification ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST) $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework Hybrid Job Type Permanent, Full Time