Travel Supervisor

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.

• Job Code: JC-508822
• Position #(s): -009
• Working Title: Travel Supervisor
• Classification: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT II
• Salary Range: $8,658.00 - $10,758.00 (new to State employees are hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable)
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid (up to two days remote per week)
• 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, CalPERS is a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. We are 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.

The CalPERS Financial Office is seeking a Financial Accountant II (FA II) Supervisor to manage and direct the Travel Unit within the Financial Reporting and Accounting Services Division. Under the general supervision of the Financial Accountant III Supervisor, the FA II serves as the Travel Supervisor, providing leadership and day-to-day oversight for the unit’s accounting operations. The FA II Supervisor is responsible for supervising staff who perform critical accounting functions, including travel advances, salary advances, payroll, relocation reimbursements, and other employee‑related payments for CalPERS’ pension fund.

The FA II Supervisor ensures compliance with governmental accounting standards and CalPERS policies by planning, organizing, and controlling the work of the Travel Unit. The incumbent oversees complex reconciliations, account analysis, and financial reporting, develops and implements efficient processes, and maintains accurate records.

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

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.

• Anticipated Interview Dates: In-person interviews will begin the week of March 23, 2026.
• Final Filing Date: 3/10/2026

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 be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must address the following:

• Describe your experience supervising or leading professional accounting staff performing travel, accounts payable, and administrative accounting functions (e.g., Travel Expense Claims, travel or salary advances, revolving fund activity, payroll‑related reconciliations). Include the types of staff supervised, key functions overseen, and how you ensured accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of work.
• Provide an example of an accounting or business process you improved to increase efficiency, accuracy, or compliance. Briefly…