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SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SUPERVISOR)

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State of California

Sacramento, CA (In Person)

$87,774 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 17 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Cash Receipts Unit Lead Department of Health Care Services
JC-520624
- Cash Receipts Unit Lead
SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER
(SUPERVISOR) $6,523.00 - $8,106.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
6/18/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Why Join DHCS? The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California's health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today! About this
Role:
Under general direction from an Accounting Administrator I (AA I), the Senior Accounting Officer, Supervisor (SAOS) is responsible for planning, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of the Cash Receipts Unit accounting staff within the Accounts Receivable & Cash Receipts Section. The Cash Receipts Unit is responsible for processing incoming mails, processing with the Remittance Processing System (RPS), posting, depositing, and remitting of all cash receipts including checks and Electronic Fund Transfers (EFTs). This SAOS must have an understanding of Title 19 (Medical) and Title 21 (Healthy Families) grants and funding breakdown. The SAOS assists with monitoring of deposits through Financial Information System of California (FI$Cal). Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The incumbent will work in a professional office setting located at EEC in Midtown Sacramento, across from the State Capitol. Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER
(SUPERVISOR) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-520624
Position #(s): 808-410-4569-018
Working Title:
Cash Receipts Unit Lead
Classification:
SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER
(SUPERVISOR) $6,523.00 - $8,106.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all. DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity. Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom. This position is located in East End Complex (EEC) across the street from the California State Capitol Park and the Rose Garden. The EEC is walking distance to public transportation and near various eateries. The Fiscal Program's Financial Management Division (FMD) works to accomplish DHCS's mission through fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability of approximately $202.7 billion annually. This is accomplished by overseeing the financial operations of DHCS, including financial reporting, resource management, and budget development and oversight. FMD provides guidance and consultation to programs on funding needs, expenditures, including contracts and purchasing, and audit support, while ensuring funds are accurately reported. Special Requirements Simple Application Steps If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps: Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the Accounting Officer Series. See the Minimum Requirements section above. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking "Apply Now" above. See below for detailed application instructions. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below. Once you have applied, take the Senior Accounting Officer, Supervisor Examination.
Education:
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, numbered, no more than two pages in length, Arial font size 12, with 1" margins, single-spaced, including your first and last name at the top of the page. Describe your experience supervising accounting or fiscal staff. Include how you planned and assigned work, developed training plans, evaluated performance and adjusted desk procedures or workflows to improve efficiency or accuracy. Provide a specific example and the outcome. Describe your approach to supervising staff in an accounting or fiscal unit. Include how you provide feedback, address performance issues, motivate employees, and ensure work meets quality and timeliness standards. Provide a specific example of a challenging situation and how you handled it. 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:
6/18/2026