The Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) in the Travel Unit of the Finance Division is responsible for performing professional accounting tasks relating to travel expense reimbursement and the most complex accounting functions including analyzing, adjusting, and processing claims relating to travel. Maintains and reconciles Lottery accounting records as it relates to travel. Serves as a lead and subject matter expert to travel accounting staff. Acts as the Lottery travel program lead/coordinator. Independently research and solves the most complex issues of travel and relocation for employees and/or vendors under contract. Review and audit California Automated Travel Expense Reimbursement System (CalATERS) expense claims, paper Travel Expense Claims (TECs) and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness in accordance with travel policies, rules, and other regulations. Ensure that the Lottery Travel Program complies with all laws, rules and regulations set forth by CalHR, Department of General Services and Memorandum of Understanding.
For a more detailed listing of duties, please see the attached duty statement.
This position is eligible for telework however, is required to work in office at least 3 days a week based on operational need.
This position requires a current Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.
This position is headquartered at Lottery headquarters in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.
When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?
People are drawn to the Lottery because we:
Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
Recognize individual and team contributions
Support the importance of work-life balance
Invest in the professional development of our team members
Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint
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 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 "
