Caltrans District 3 · 2 days ago
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT IV
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$12K/yr - $13K/yrCaltrans District 3 is part of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), the nation’s largest public pension fund. They are seeking a Financial Accountant IV to manage and direct the Accounting Services Section, ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards and collaborating with various stakeholders to address complex financial issues.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage and direct the Accounting Services Section within the Financial Reporting and Accounting Services Division
Provide leadership and strategic direction to subordinate managers and staff responsible for critical accounting functions, including travel, accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards
Prepare and analyze financial reports
Develop policies and procedures to maintain efficient and controlled accounting practices
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, control agencies, and executive management, to address complex financial issues, implement new initiatives, and ensure the integrity of CalPERS’ pension fund
Qualification
Required
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship
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
You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov
Statement of Qualifications - In addition to completing your online job application, you must 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 SOQ prompts will not be considered
Preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage and direct subordinate managers and supervisors effectively
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and the ability to analyze and recommend accounting treatments for new types of activities, programs, or investments
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliation processes, and cost accounting functions
Ability to define and oversee financial and operational process improvements as needed
Ability to work effectively with Board members, executive management, and various internal and external stakeholders
A degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred
Benefits
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
Company
Caltrans District 3
Caltrans District 3 is a government administration company based out of 703 B ST, Marysville, California, United States.
Founded in 1895Marysville, California, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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