Encumbrance Unit Sr. Accounting Officer, Specialist

The Senior Accounting Officer, Specialist (SAO-Spec) conducts the more complex accounting transactions in the Encumbrance Unit. The SAO-Spec is responsible for completing the analytical, planning, and oversight activities for the Encumbrance Unit. The SAO-Spec utilizes state policies and rules and is able to work independently. The SAO-Spec conducts research; writes and presents special reports; and leads and participates in special projects. The SAO-Spec is responsible for analyzing and reviewing incoming requests for the Financial Information System for California (Ft$Cal) entry to determine the appropriate FI$Cal fund coding for a variety of transactions, including IT, Non-IT, and other payment agreements to ensure state compliance. The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the Uni