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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Investment Accountant in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4664230 THE POSITION
If you are a whiz with spreadsheets, have a keen analytical eye, live for details, and enjoy the fast-paced and challenging world of investment accounting and financial reporting, then we invite you to apply to this Investment Accountant opportunity! DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Investment Accountant on our Investment Reporting team serves as a technical investment accounting specialist, subject matter expert and supervisor. The position works with staff to timely and accurately analyze, classify, report and reconcile all investment transactions and fair values for the diversified, multi-billion-dollar, Defined Benefit Plan portfolio. This position coordinates and works closely with the custodian, sub-custodian, SERS-Investment Office, and investment consultants. Interested in learning more?
Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. ABOUT SERS: Established in 1923, SERS is one of the nation's oldest retirement plans for public employees and manages the pension benefits of nearly 240,000 employees and retirees for 98 public sector employers. In 2023, SERS paid about $3.9 billion in benefits and managed $36.4 billion in assets. A wealth of information is available at www.SERS.pa.gov.
Our mission is to prepare our members and participants to achieve financial security in retirement. We achieve this through focusing on our mission, acting ethically and with integrity, empowering our members, embracing innovation, fostering life work balance, modeling an inclusive and respectful workplace, valuing and developing team members, collaborating, and finding joy in our work.
SERS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified individuals to our team. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful work environment that fosters personal and professional growth, embraces the contributions of all team members, and values diversity in people, ideas, and experiences to achieve our highest potential.
SERS is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Situated along the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg is an affordable city in which to live and is located just a few hours from Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week. A work schedule beginning and ending between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, inclusive, with a half-hour or one-hour meal period will be considered, dependent on operational requirements. The requested schedule may not end prior to 4:00 PM. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time with occasional onsite visits as needed. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection; otherwise, you must work on-site at the work location specified in this job posting. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Financial Disclosure: The individual appointed to this position will be required to disclose financial information consistent with provisions of the Public Official and Employee Ethics Act and the Governor's Code of Conduct. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. This position is located in Dauphin County, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. SERS will not pay for relocation, housing, or travel expenses. All applicants must be willing to work in and commute to the Harrisburg, PA location when on-site work is required. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Four years of professional accounting or auditing experience which includes one year of professional investment accounting or investment auditing experience, and a bachelor's degree supplemented by eighteen credits in accounting; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of profes ional investment accounting or investment auditing experience, and a bachelor's degree supplemented by eighteen credits in accounting.
Additional Requirements: You must possess satisfactory communication and relationship skills. You must be proficient in decision making and problem solving. You must possess satisfactory job knowledge and technical skills. You must demonstrate satisfactory initiative and motivation. You must be proficient in supervision and leading. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
How to Apply: Your application must include a cover letter, resume, and college transcripts. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.