SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) Job at Employment Development Department, Sacramento County, CA

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  • Employment Development Department
  • Sacramento County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RE-APPLY.

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

The Employment Development Department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Sr. Accounting Officer Specialist (SAO Specialist). Under the general direction of the Tax Administrator I/II, you will play a pivotal role in performing challenging professional program accounting work and complex monetary eligibility determinations and adjustments related to Claims Processing and Benefit Payment Control activities. We are looking for someone who can contribute their expertise to the position and make a significant impact on our organization.

Why Join Our Team:

By joining our team as a SAO Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a significant impact. We value your expertise and provide a supportive work environment that encourages growth and professional development. Additionally, you will have access to resources and tools to enhance your skills and succeed in your role.

Join us today and be part of a dedicated team that is committed to maintaining the integrity of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund and making a positive difference in the lives of employers and claimants.

Work will be conducted at EDD office located in Rancho Cordova. Free Parking.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

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 Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
  • Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
  • Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) 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.

Examination/Assessment 

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

For more information about the State hiring process,  click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job,  click here .

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: 1/17/2025

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 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:

Employment Development Department

Mail In Address

Attn: Job Control #461385

Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54

PO Box 826880

Sacramento , CA 94280-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Employment Development Department

Drop Off Address

Attn: Job Control #461385

EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th floor solar)

722 Capitol Mall

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 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 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 -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
    Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.

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.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

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

Department Website:

Hiring Unit Contact:
Sheila Bradley
(916) 464-0557
Sheila.Bradley@edd.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 654-8434
Accessibility@edd.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.

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678).  Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered.  Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.  The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and must be typed, not more than two pages in length, must include the applicant name, email, and phone number in the header, and must clearly address the following questions with the responses in numbered format:

1. What work have you done that would prepare you to analyze data, provide valuable insights, and contribute to the improvement of an Unemployment Insurance (UI) program or process?

2. Describe what Microsoft Office applications you have used. Please include the following:

a. Examples of any worksheets and documents you may have created and what they were used for.

b. Examples of the most advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities you have used when creating the documents and spreadsheets.

c. Examples of how you have used an Access database, run queries or generated reports.

d. Examples of the most advanced functionality you have used for all MS Office applications.

3. Can you describe a time when you were asked to review data, results, or a form template created by another team, like an IT or technical team? How did you approach the review to ensure everything was accurate and met expectations? If you were in a lead role, explain how you guided other team members on what needed to be done and how to achieve the final results.

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