Accounting Analyst to the Controller

About the role

The CalPERS Financial Office is currently seeking an Accounting Analyst to assist the Controller in managing financial processes, reporting, and general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the preparation of reports, presentations, and analysis.
• Manage, maintain, and update financial and administrative records and databases.
• Support the Controller in budget preparation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounting and operational practices across the division.
• Perform a wide range of accounting tasks for the division, including recording, analyzing, and reconciling accounting transactions related to trust, fund, investment, pension, and health accounting.

Requirements

This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is still being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

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 questions below will not be considered. The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must be numbered and list 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 address the following:

• Describe your experience supporting a Controller, CFO, or executive management in a financial or accounting capacity.
• What types of tasks or projects did you handle, and how did your contributions help achieve organizational objectives?
• Describe your experience in financial reporting, analysis, and accounting operations.
• How have you contributed to process improvements, ensured compliance with accounting standards, and collaborated with others to achieve organizational goals?