Accountant Trainee

📍 Location: Sacramento County, CA
⏳ Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🏢 Company: Employment Development Department (EDD)
🌎 Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

Why Join Us?

✨ Kickstart Your Accounting Career: Gain valuable hands-on experience in an entry-level professional accounting role.
📚 Professional Growth: Develop essential skills in claims processing, benefit payment control, fraud prevention, and financial integrity assurance.
🚀 Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule (subject to business needs). Work remotely and at our Rancho Cordova office with free parking!
💰 Competitive Salary & Benefits: Earn between $4,313 – $5,296 per month, plus access to excellent state employee benefits.
🏢 Make an Impact: Work with one of California’s largest state departments and contribute to maintaining the integrity of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Claims Processing & Fraud Prevention: Assist in determining monetary eligibility, detecting fraud, and maintaining employer and claimant accounts.
📊 Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize federal, state, and departmental databases to analyze information and determine appropriate actions for UI and Disability Insurance (DI) programs.
🗂 Accounting & Financial Management: Perform entry-level professional accounting tasks under the supervision of a Senior Accounting Officer.
📈 Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure financial transactions and records are accurate and align with state and federal regulations.
🔍 Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Adapt to frequent workload changes and assist in resolving financial discrepancies.

Qualifications & Skills

✔️ Education & Experience: Recent graduates or individuals with foundational knowledge in accounting principles.
✔️ Attention to Detail: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for accuracy.
✔️ Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with claimants, employers, and internal teams.
✔️ Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience handling financial data.
✔️ Time Management: Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving priorities.

How to Apply

📌 Application Deadline: March 14, 2025
📄 Application Methods:

• Apply Electronically: Submit your application via CalCareers for faster processing.
• Mail Application: Send a completed State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678) to:
  📬 Employment Development Department
  📍 Attn: Job Control # 455500
  Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54
  PO Box 826880, Sacramento, CA 94280-0001
• Drop-Off Application: Submit your application in person at:
  🏢 EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th Floor Solar)
  📍 722 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
  ⏰ Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

💡 Important: Ensure you meet the minimum qualifications and list eligibility before applying. Take the Accountant Trainee Exam here.

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✅ Start your journey in the accounting field today! Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career with EDD!