ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR II

Job Posting: Accounting Administrator II

Department of Industrial Relations

JC-535773

• Accounting Administrator II

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/29/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator III (Chief of Accounting), the Accounting Administrator II (AAII) performs a full range of management duties in the Accounting Office for the Department of Industrial Relations. The AA II performs as a multi-section manager over a group of professional, analytical, and semiprofessional accounting staff performing accounting functions. The AAII provides general direction to subordinate accounting managers and supervisors responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the work of the Collections, Accounts Receivable, and Cashiering sections. Acts through subordinate managers and supervisors to delegate the work assignments, establish priorities, and review the work activities of professional and technical staff to ensure conformity to the State's uniform accounting system, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and the State Administrative Manual.

Those interested in in obtaining employment with the Department of Industrial Relations must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.

To be considered for this Accounting Administrator II job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3931

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located at: 455 Golden Gate Ave Suite 10429 San Francisco, CA 94102

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature control. The duties of this position are performed indoors. The employee's workstation is equipped with standard or ergonomic office equipment, as appropriate. Telework is available as approved by the department; travel is required.

Position is also available in Sacramento.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-535773

Position #(s):

400-101-4542-XXX

Working Title:

Accounting Administrator II

Classification:

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00

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:

San Francisco County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov/ Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credential's evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members.

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. The SOQ must be in 11-point Arial font, have 1" margins, be limited to no more than two (2) single-sided pages, and be in narrative form (no bullet points). Only complete applications that include an SOQ will be reviewed, and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed. Candidates will also be evaluated on how clearly and concisely their qualifications were presented throughout the SOQ (including grammar and punctuation). Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. The SOQ must address the following:

• Describe your knowledge, scope of responsibility, and experience in managing governmental accounting functions and the development and maintenance of related policies.
• Describe your knowledge, scope of responsibility, and experience with the administration of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and interpreting and implementing Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.
• Describe your leadership style and managerial experience working with and developing subordinate managers and multidisciplinary professionals in promoting accountability, setting expectations, developing and setting operational and strategic goals, and evaluating the quality and quantity of work performed by subordinate managers and staff.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/29/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Industrial Relations

Cert Mailing Address Sacramento

Attn: Human Resources/Certs Unit

1416 9th Street, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Industrial Relations

Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento

Human Resources/Certs Unit

1416 9th Street, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Special requirements section of hte posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures to ensure integrity and compliance with control agencies' policies.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.
• Experience working with, and timely responding to, internal and external auditors.
• Knowledge of the manager's role in the progressive discipline process and ability to take appropriate action.
• Ability to interpret and explain fiscal policies, procedures, rules, and/or regulations to employees, stakeholders, auditors, and the public.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical documents, such as policies, procedures, standards, regulations, technical reports, statutes, and contracts.

Benefits

• Cross Training Available
• Potential for future upward mobility in an Accounting Office that is expanding to meet growing customer service needs
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick and Vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) & 457 plans (Savingsplus)

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:

Certification Unit

(800) 564-0771

cert@dir.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Diversity and Inclusion Office

(916) 559-6999

DIO@dir.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

DIR Mission and Core Values

Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.