Back
Jan 13, 2026

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SUPERVISOR)

  • State of California Office of the Controller
  • Hybrid
  • $7,172 - $8,910 monthly
Full time Accounting Government Management

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator II and utilizing knowledge of the laws of the State of California, fiscal accounting rules and regulations contained in the State Administrative Manual, the Uniform Codes Manual, governmental accounting principles, and procedures prescribed by the State Controller’s Office, the incumbent provides leadership and plans, directs, and evaluates the work of professional staff engaged in the administration of local apportionment payments. The incumbent is required to maintain consistent regular attendance and perform the full range of duties including, but not limited to, the following:
 
Duties Performed:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)
  • Lead, direct, and develop professional staff involved in making apportionment payments to cities, counties, school districts, community colleges, and other local entities pursuant to various federal and state laws, Budget Act items, and other legal statutes. Review and approve payment documentation to ensure payments meet statutory requirements and are allocated appropriately. Monitor staff functions to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Lead, direct, and develop professional staff in preparing and responding to legislative bill analyses, requests for legal opinions, Executive Office inquiries, inquiries from external agencies, and special projects.
  • Attend and participate in meetings and conferences with city and county officials and various state department personnel related to apportionment payments and statutory changes. Attend and participate in Fi$cal implementation meetings and trainings.
  • Review and approve work schedules and timesheets.
  • Responsible for the recruitment process.
  • Foster individual growth through coaching and mentoring; collaborate with staff to identify staff goals; evaluate staff performance on a regular basis; and complete items such as expectations, probation reports, performance appraisals, individual development plans, merit salary adjustments, and disciplinary actions in a timely manner.
  • Conduct bi-weekly one-on-one meetings and weekly unit meetings.
  • Work with the section’s management to prepare budget change proposals and requests for legal opinions.
  • Monitor and track workload to identify resources needed and business process improvements.
  • Monitor and track work product and schedules to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Assess current processes and collaborate with staff to update and implement adequate internal controls to protect the state’s assets.
  • Lead the section in accomplishing department, division, and section mission, vision, goals, and objectives.
State of California Office of the Controller
About State of California Office of the Controller

As the chief fiscal officer of California, the fourth largest economy in the world, the Controller’s office is responsible for the accountability and disbursement of the state’s financial resources. The Controller independently audits government agencies that spend state funds and administers the payroll system for state government employees and California State University employees. The Controller also safeguards many types of property until claimed by the rightful owners. The Controller serves on 70 boards and commissions with authority affecting policies ranging from land management, affordable housing, and alternative transportation to crime victim compensation and health and educational facilities. They are a member of numerous financing authorities, fiscal and financial oversight entities including the Franchise Tax Board and Board of Equalization. They also serve on the boards of the nation's two largest public pension funds. The      Controller is one of eight statewide constitutional officials who are elected every four years in California.

 

Apply Now