Reconciliation Accountant

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate Work Schedules

Flexible Work Hours

Onsite childcare facility

Onsite fitness center

Onsite café and nearby restaurants

Free onsite parking (Mon & Fri)

Job summary

CalPERS, the California Public Employees’ Retirement System, seeks an Accounting Officer to provide professional accounting duties in support of the Reconciliations Unit. The role analyzes data, researches discrepancies, and records monthly activity in the general ledger; responsibilities include posting journals and maintaining supplier records in PeopleSoft Financials.

The position is hybrid, offering in-person and remote work, with a focus on accurate reconciliation, data validation, and

Qualifications

• Experience performing account reconciliations.
• Experience gathering accounting data and developing reports and recommendations.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and PeopleSoft knowledge.
• Governmental accounting experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes accounting data and transactions, researches errors and rectifies reconciling items timely.
• Prepares and posts journals entries to record monthly activity and adjustments to the general ledger.
• Creates and maintains supplier records in PeopleSoft Financials for all program areas.
• Processes and/or approves investment-related expenses using PeopleSoft and the State Street Bank Cash Manager wire system.

Skills

Account reconciliations

Accounting data reporting

Excel (intermediate/advanced)

PeopleSoft Financials

Governmental accounting

Verbal and written communication

Tools

PeopleSoft Financials

State Street Cash Manager

Job description

$5,266.00 - $6,591.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/6/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding in-person interviews beginning October 12, 2026.
Are you organized with great attention to detail? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is essential? Do you enjoy customer service? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, then you’ve found a position you’d be interested in exploring further!

California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Financial Reporting and Accounting Services Division is seeking an Accounting Officer to provide professional accounting duties to support the Reconciliations Unit.

• Analyzes accounting data and transactions, identifies, researches, and analyzes errors and discrepancies and takes appropriate action to rectify reconciling items in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepares and posts journals entries to record the monthly accounting activity and any adjustments and/or corrections to general ledger.
• Creates and maintains supplier records in PeopleSoft Financials for all program areas.
• Processes and/or approves investment related expenses using PeopleSoft and the State Street Bank Cash Manager wire system.

Telework Information: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we’re committed to people – the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website ! To take a look at CalPERS as a destination employer, view this YouTube video .

Special Requirements

Statement of 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 list all relevant experience, education, and training, including duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length.

• After reviewing the duty statement, please explain how your background, both your work experience and education, has equipped you to succeed in this position.
• Describe your experience and education in validation, analysis, and reconciliation of complex financial data utilizing automated accounting system and multiple data sources.
• Describe your ability to present accounting information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.

Minimum Qualifications: All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under “Minimum Requirements.” If you need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.

Need help with your state application, resume, Statement of Qualifications, or interview preparation? The CalPERS Career Services & Outreach team provides comprehensive support throughout the CalPERS hiring process. Our services include one-on-one online consultations for application assistance, Statement of Qualification review, and interview preparation. To schedule an appointment and receive personalized guidance from our team, please use the following booking link: CalPERS Career Services Consultations .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience performing account reconciliations
• Experience gathering accounting data and developing reports and recommendations
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and PeopleSoft Financials software knowledge and experience
• Great work ethic with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Governmental accounting experience

Benefits

CalPERS team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.

• Alternate Work Schedules
• Flexible Work Hours
• Onsite childcare facility
• Onsite fitness center
• Onsite café and nearby restaurants
• Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
• Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

For more details about employee benefits, visit the California Department of Human Resources website.

Human Resources Contact

Human Resources Contact:
HRSD Selection Services
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hi direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
CalPERS EEO
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Live Scan Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

CalPERS Disclosure Requirements If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, 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)

Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver’s license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.