Accountant Trainee JC-511649

To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply, you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search for job code 511649 to locate the job posting and apply. 

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 4/10/2026. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify.

The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Administration Services has an opening for an Accountant Trainee in the Accounting Branch. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

To be considered for this position, applicant must provide a COPY of unofficial transcripts and degree (if applicable) at the same time of application submission, however, please be aware that OFFICIAL transcripts must be provided prior to appointment.

Duties:

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator I, Supervisor the Accountant Trainee performs monthly appropriation, fund, plan of financial adjustment (PFA) and cash reconciliations, posts all related journal entries, posts year-end accruals, prepares Federal Financial Reports, and prepares legal basis financials for the less complex SRF Funds.  Processes and posts various loan repayments and other cash receipts, processes federal cash draws and cash transfer letters.  

The Accounting Branch supports multiple funds, programs, State and Regional Water Boards as well as Drinking Water Offices throughout the State of California. This is a great opportunity for someone who is possibly interested in starting a state accounting career. The Water Board Accounting Branch provides a team environment with training and mentoring. The challenge and complexity of accounting for the many Water Board programs leads to great experience and upward mobility.

Overtime during peak periods, such as yearend, may be required.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

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Job type: Full-Time

$4,442.00 - $5,296.00 per Month

The Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.