Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The CalSTRS  Accounting Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as  an Accountant Trainee (AT)on the  Pension Accounts Payable Team .

The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle and accounting for contribution activities.

The Disbursements/Pension Accounts Payable Unit is responsible for the timely reconciliation and processing of member benefit payments via the State Controller’s Office (SCO), monitoring unclaimed and returned payments, and researching customer inquiries regarding member payment accounts.

Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the AT is responsible for entry level daily operations for the Pension Accounts Payable unit including: reviewing returned paper warrants and rejected Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT) payments, collecting lost warrant affidavits, submitting stop payment and/or re-issue requests and monitoring warrant status with SCO. Acts as the primary liaison between CalSTRS, SCO and the EFT contract bank. Monitors the Pension Accounts Payable email box and respond to inquiries regarding member payments from Customer Services, Ombudsman’s office, and Benefits & Services. Assists in processing member payments and prepare and submit claim schedules to the SCO.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate experience or ability to handle multiple assignments and work effectively under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the workplace
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service
• Positive team player who represents CalSTRS core values
• Ability and desire to show initiative with completing tasks
• Positive outlook and enthusiasm

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Telework Information: CalSTRS  offers a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at  our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2 days per week .

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the  Application Instructions  section below and apply now.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with CalSTRS.

Special Requirements

Exam

This position requires a current Accountant Trainee Exam . If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records.

CalSTRS Disclosure Requirements

This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the  Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the  Political Reform Act , 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) .

Benefits

CalSTRS offers a competitive pay schedule and a work-life-balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment. Some benefits include:

• Alternative work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
• More than four weeks of vacation/sick leave for leaders
• More than three weeks of vacation/sick leave for staff
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan forgiveness under the federal 

For the latest information on the benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR .

Additional Application Instructions

• Electronic applications through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.  If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail or drop off a hard copy of your application packet. Please provide the following information on your application: 815-280-4179-016, RPA: 7618, JC-443446
• If education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications, please submit a copy of your transcripts/degree.
• Training and development (T&D) assignments may be considered for this position. If you are applying as a T&D, please indicate this in the eligibility section of your application.
• Candidate may be selected by application packet review only.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
• Submission of an incomplete STD 678 may result in disqualification. 

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 required and must be included.
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Traineeship, Remote job, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,

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