ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

About the role

The State of California is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Employment Development Department (EDD). This position involves performing routine semi-professional program accounting work related to claims processing and benefit payment control activities, including fraud prevention and detection, establishment of overpayments, employer and claimant assistance, and maintenance of employer and claimant accounts.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine semi-professional program accounting work related to claims processing and benefit payment control activities.
• Utilizes a variety of databases to analyze information from Federal, State, and Departmental sources.
• Makes routine monetary eligibility determinations and adjustments as they relate to various Claims Processing and Benefit Payment control workload processes.
• Works closely with the Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor) under close supervision.
• Adapts to frequent workload changes based on organizational priorities.

Requirements

This position requires a strong background in accounting and familiarity with Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Disability Insurance (DI) programs. Specific requirements include:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• One year of relevant experience in accounting or a related field.
• Knowledge of Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Disability Insurance (DI) programs.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678).
• Resume (optional).
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).

Skills

While not required, skills that would be beneficial for this role include:

• Experience with payroll systems.
• Knowledge of fraud prevention and detection techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off.
• Pension plan.
• Health insurance options.
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $3,758.00 - $4,710.00 per month, with potential for growth based on performance and experience.

Schedule

The position is a hybrid role, with a flexible telework arrangement subject to department discretion and business needs.