California Franchise Tax Board is hiring: Accountant Trainee in Sacramento

Overview

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Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-489120
• Position #(s): 564-553-4179-XXX
• Working Title: Accountant Trainee
• Classification: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE
• Salary: $4,442.00 - $5,296.00 A
• New to State hires will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable
• Number of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Responsibilities

Under the close supervision of the Administrator I, as a learner, the Accountant Trainee performs professional accounting work in the maintenance of accounts and financial records. Typical duties include the preparation, review and analysis of financial reports and statements; reconciling funds and accounts; and researching and resolving account discrepancies while working with the State Controller's Office and various departmental staff.

Separation of Duties: The duties of this position include responsibilities covered by the State Administrative Manual (SAM) Section 7280. To ensure proper separation of duties, you may not be eligible for this position if a family member (domestic partners, children, husband, wife, brother, sister, or individuals living in the same household) works in the Accounting Section.

Additional positions may become available (eRPA 2526-00015).

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

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: All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under Minimum Requirements.

• Ability to apply general and state fund accounting principles and procedures
• Ability to analyze information, utilize good judgment and take effective action
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment while demonstrating initiative, integrity, ownership and accountability
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to shift priorities and workloads to meet operational needs
• Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of the Financial Information System for California FI$Cal
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to get along with others in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Exercise a positive attitude
• Ability to speak confidently with all levels of staff
• Excellent time management and dependability
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethics
• Education in Accounting or Finance

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact: Classification & Hiring Unit (916) 845-3608

Hiring Unit Contact: Daniel Srch (916) 845-5802

Daniel.Srch@ftb.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 Office (916) 845-2860

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.

Final Filing Date

9/10/2025

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Government Administration