Financial Accountant

Pension Accountant
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I

$7,529.00 - $9,352.00 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: 9/18/2026

Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding in-person interviews beginning the week of October 5, 2026.
Our Financial Reporting Accounting Services/Pension Valuation Accounting Unit is currently seeking a Financial Accountant I, Specialist to perform complex reconciliations and produce financial statements for our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report all while driving our CalPERS mission.
Do you enjoy solving complex financial challenges, improving business processes, and collaborating with others? Are you looking for a challenging opportunity to apply your knowledge of financial reporting and excellent analytical skills while supporting critical financial activities and accounting system operations? We’re seeking someone with strong Excel expertise and excellent communication skills to join our team. If this sounds like the kind of work that motivates you, we invite you to become part of our team.
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.How did you hear about this position?

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

• May be required to sit for extended periods of time.
• May be required to travel between buildings.
• Low-wall, cubicle environment with LED lighting.
• Must be able to work Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I $7,529.00 - $9,352.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

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 You Tube video .

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