Accounting Officer Specialist

Job Description and Duties
Anticipated Interview Dates: In person interviews are anticipated to be held between April 08-19, 2024.



Telework Information: This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.


CalPERS' Financial Office is seeking innovative and forward-thinking team members to join the unit responsible for synthesizing, analyzing, and producing monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial management reports for distribution to internal and external stakeholders.


Under the supervision of the Financial Accountant II, the incumbent will assist in preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial statements and facilitate in delivery to all end users. Duties include but are not limited to preparing Basic Financial Statements and Comparative Trial Balances, performing trend analyses, researching the maintenance, and reporting of accounting records, analyzing appropriateness of transactions. The incumbent will assist in preparing supplementary schedules included in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).



SPECIAL REQUEST
Education Documents: Please include a copy of your transcript(s) and/or college degree that demonstrates your ability to meet the minimum education requirements.


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Job Code #: JC-422525
Position #(s): ********
Working Title: Fund Analysis & Reporting Accountant Classification: ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) $4,964.00 - $6,213.00 A


Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation's largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we're committed to people – the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.


If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website!


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Special Requirements
Statement of Qualifications


Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific statements below may not be considered.


The SOQ must be typed, titled "Statement of Qualifications", and each statement must be numbered and answered listing all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed.


The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must not have font smaller than 12 point and address the following: Describe your education and experience highlighting any specific knowledge or skills you have that would make you the best candidate for this position. Describe your knowledge and experience with general ledger records, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Please provide examples of the reconciliations that have you performed. Describe the various methods or tools that you use to effectively communicate with your manager and peers? Please provide examples that demonstrate your excellent oral and written communication skills. Minimum Qualifications
All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to job offer. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."



Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR's CalCareers website. 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: 3/26/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).


Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Public Employees Retirement System
Attn: JC-422525/SY
Human Resources Division, Recruitment
P. O. Box 942718
Sacramento, CA ********
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Public Employees Retirement System
HRSD, SSU JC-422525/SY
400 Q Street, Lincoln Plaza North
1st floor drop box by security desk
Sacramento, CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. 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:
Experience with audits, and prepared by client items Experience with general ledger records, journal entries, and reconciliations with minor research and analysis Experience preparing change analyses Experience with PeopleSoft Financials Experience with Microsoft Suite Benefits
CalPERS team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.


Some added benefits CalPERS offers include: Alternate Work Schedules Flexible Work Hours Onsite childcare facility Onsite fitness center Onsite café and nearby restaurants Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
CalPERS HRSD, Selection Services


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:
CalPERS EEO

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information
Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.



CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700)



Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver's license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.



Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.






Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.