Associate Accounting Analyst

To be considered, please apply through your CalCareers account at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 516987 by the application deadline of 5/14/2026.

This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent. 

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)is required when applying for this position. The SOQ must conform to the instructions on the job posting, or your application may be disqualified

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

 As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:

•  At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

 Start your CAREER with purpose – make a difference while enjoying great benefits and a work-life balance!

The Associate Accounting Analyst (AAA) in the Reports & Reconciliation Unit of the California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority's (CALCTRA) provides support in researching and developing responses to accounting and financial reporting issues, performs reconciliations and analyzing financial reports, maintains fiscal system processes in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and, Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.

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

Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 516987 by the final filing date of 5/14/2026

How to Apply - 

1. Create a CalCareers account - www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create a state application template - Be detailed! 
3. Apply to the job - https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=516987
4. Take the exam! - This can be taken after the final filing date 

Desirable Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.

• Financial Accounting work experience
• Financial Audit/Year End work experience
• Government Accounting work experience
• Lead and/or Training Accounting work experience
• Work experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Degree with emphasis in Accounting or Fiscal
• Analyzing Financial Data / Preparing and Analyzing Financial Reports 
• Analyze and/or reconcile Fiscal Data

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Jobs

Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA