Accountant 2 (PSERS STAFF ONLY)

THE POSITION

The Public School Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS) is searching for an Accountant 2 to join their Office of Financial Management (OFM) team. This position will handle the financial activities of PSERS Hybrid Plan including the new Defined Contribution (DC) Plan investments under Act 5. This role is responsible for the preparation of journal entries, reconciliation, analysis, classification, and reporting of various investment account activities of the plan. If you have prior accounting experience, can work independently, and want to take the next step in growing your career - apply to join PSERS today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the reconciliation of the reporting of PSERS Hybrid Plan including Defined Contributions (DC). This role helps ensure accurate accounting and reporting of the DC fund. As an Accountant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Review Reports: Review reports received from Third Party Administrators
• Fund Transfers: Submit weekly reports for funds transferred to DC
• Reconcile Accounts: Perform monthly reconciliations on investments
• Journal Entries: Log month-end journal entries for Hybrid Plan including the Defined Contribution plan
• Quarterly Accruals: Ensure accruals are posted correctly each quarter-end

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Work hours may be negotiable, including potential for 30 minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. This position is a hybrid telework eligible, dependent on operational and executive leadership requirements. Telework schedule varies based on current work activities. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at anytime. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junkfolders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Organization or Location Restrictions: This posting is restricted to current PSERS staff only.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Accountant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determinedby the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, includingor supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting.
• Four years of bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting may be substituted for collegegraduation. A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general workexperience.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform Essential Functions as presented in the linked Position Description.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contactinformation.

This position is not subject to the promotion provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum ofunderstanding.

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with the merit system employment regulations.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Eligibility: All candidates must meet:

• Must Meet the minimum requirements for the job. (see Qualifications)
• Must be a PA resident - See PA residency Guidelines.
• You must be eligible for selection in accordance with Act 71 rules as outlined.
• Currently meet all requirements of one of the below listed Recruitment Methods.

Recruitment Methods:
Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:

• Voluntary Demotion (Employees who hold regular or probationary civil service status may request to voluntarily demote to a job title with a lower maximum hourly salary.)

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

How to Apply:  
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON LINE AT WWW.EMPLOYMENT.PA.GOV (CLICK ON “APPLY”).  

• The all materials must be submitted with your application by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other materials will not be accepted. 
• Your application should include three references (two current/former supervisors and one other – cannot be personal acquaintance
• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)
• Use of Generative AI in the Hiring Process: 
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work.  Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.  Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. 

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Please use the contact information provided for additional information. 

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact 717-787-5703 or email [email protected]. 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.  The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.  The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.  All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

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Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov