Investment Accountant

Description Investment Accountant – Downtown Columbus, Ohio The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) has always been synonymous with financial stability for Ohio’s retired public workers and their families. As an Investment Accountant, your strong accounting knowledge and experience will help to ensure that our members will be able to continue relying on us for years to come. What you’ll do Reporting to the Manager of Investment Accounting, this position is responsible for performing investment accounting duties with an emphasis on general ledger entries and investment operations. Additionally, you would work collaboratively with the team to perform all functions related to cash settlement and financial reporting, including the period-end close process and back office services for our alternative investment portfolio Clickherefor full job details What you’ll bring A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field along with 3 years of accounting experience. If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, a high school diploma, GED or associate’s degree along with 7 years of accounting experience may be substituted. Experience with Alternative Investments is strongly preferred. At least an intermediate knowledge level of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook is required. A background in investments with knowledge of investments terminology is extremely helpfulMust be able to comply with theOPERS Personal Trading Policy What OPERS offers A collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere with team members who are very knowledgeable and want to see you succeedA rewarding career with a stable organizationA comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary between $69,763.20 - $87,172.80!Excellent benefits and programs designed to support you and your family’s well-being including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance. Professional growth through development opportunities and continuing educationPension planplus457(b) retirement accountwith company match opportunityOnsite fitness center, cafeteria and free onsite, covered parkingGenerous time off and sick leave policy as well as 12 paid holidays each yearThe opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with the option to work up to 3 days remote per week! Who we are Since 1935, OPERS has provided security and peace of mind to Ohio’s retired public workers and their families by offering retirement, disability and survivor benefit programs for public employers. Our office is in downtown Columbus, minutes from the historic German Village neighborhood and the bustling Short North District. Columbus isa city that never stops innovating, thriving or shaping tomorrow and those attributes align perfectly with our core values. At OPERS, we never stop working for our members and investing in their futures. As OPERS associates, we make a difference in our members’ lives from the moment they join the Plan, throughout their careers and well into retirement. When you join the OPERS family, you'll become part of a dynamic, diverse community that shares a passion for serving others. And you’ll become a member too - the work we do as OPERS associates directly impacts our own futures. Build your career by joining the largest state pension fund in Ohio which proudly serves over 700,000 public employees and retirees. Benefit from a competitive Total Rewards Package that includes access to financial and personal wellness tools and resources. Be part of a dynamic, diverse community that shares a passion for serving others. Apply today!