Hybrid Accounting Specialist – Pension & EFT Operations

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Health benefits

Pension plans

Commuter benefits

Professional development

Paid time off

Work-life balance

Career growth

Public service loan forgiveness

Diverse work environment

Job summary

City of New York's TRS is seeking a proactive Accounting Specialist to support critical accounting operations, including record maintenance, payment processing, reconciliations, and member account support. The role requires strong analytical skills, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

The ideal candidate will be dependable with excellent communication skills and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Dependable with strong communication skills and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process EFT deletions, reversals, returns, and replacement payments.
• Reconcile EFT payments, returns, reversals, and reclaims per SLA.
• Monitor hold-check listings for timely resolution.
• Maintain and validate financial and member records across systems.
• Communicate with members, pensioners, and beneficiaries on account matters.
• Assist in training teammates and maintain production metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

City of New York's TRS is seeking a proactive Accounting Specialist to support critical accounting operations, including record maintenance, payment processing, reconciliations, and member account support. The role requires strong analytical skills, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

The ideal candidate will be dependable with excellent communication skills and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.