Cash Receipts Analyst

Why Join DHCS? The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities.

About this Role

The Accounting Officer, Specialist (AO) performs the full range of transactional and reconciliation accounting work for the Cash Receipts Unit (CRU) within the Financial Management Division (FMD). The incumbent processes daily electronic and wire receipts across multiple funds, posts deposits and warrants in FISCal, researches and reconciles unidentified receipts to the correct coding, verifies State Controller’s Office (SCO) remittance posting, maintains cash receipt logs and tracking records, and supports check and mail processing during peak volume.

Working Conditions

The incumbent will work in a professional office setting located at EEC in Midtown Sacramento, across from the State Capitol.

Responsibilities

• Process daily electronic and wire receipts across multiple funds.
• Post deposits and warrants in FISCal.
• Research and reconcile unidentified receipts to the correct coding.
• Verify State Controller’s Office (SCO) remittance posting.
• Maintain cash receipt logs and tracking records.
• Support check and mail processing during peak volume.

Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification for ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST).

Qualifications

• Education: If meeting minimum qualifications with education, include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
• Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), a narrative discussion describing how skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ must be typed, numbered, no more than two pages in length, Arial font size 12, with 1" margins, single-spaced, including your first and last name at the top of the page.

Desirable Qualifications

• Effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Manage multiple and/or changing priorities in a fast-paced/deadline-driven environment with time-sensitive projects.
• Follow through and ensure deadlines are met.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive. Benefits include:

• Continuous and ongoing training.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation/leave.
• Defined retirement program.
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457).
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary.

Pay

$5,266.00 - $6,591.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

Permanent, Full Time. This position is currently eligible for hybrid telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required.

Department Information

DHCS’ purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all. DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.

DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position is located in the East End Complex (EEC) across the street from the California State Capitol Park and the Rose Garden. The EEC is walking distance to public transportation and near various eateries.

The Fiscal Program’s Financial Management Division (FMD) works to accomplish DHCS’s mission through fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability of approximately $202.7 billion annually. This is accomplished by overseeing the financial operations of DHCS, including financial reporting, resource management, and budget development and oversight. FMD provides guidance and consultation to programs on funding needs, expenditures, including contracts and purchasing, and audit support, while ensuring funds are accurately reported.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

• Hiring Unit Contact: Sumir Bassanpal, (916) 345-7372, Sumir.Bassanpal@dhcs.ca.gov
• EEO Contact: EEO Officer, (916) 440-7370, civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov
• California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)