FINANCIAL SPECIALIST

Description

Financial Specialist

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

The Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), recognized nationally as one of the leading pension systems in the country, has an opening for a Financial Specialist. Reporting to the Portfolio Accounting Manager, this position will be responsible for advanced accounting and financial work including review and analysis of complex and diverse investment portfolio holdings and transactions.

At PERSI, our vision is to be a trusted expert in helping Idaho’s public employees build and receive a secure and meaningful retirement. 

A hybrid schedule (combination of in office and telecommute) may be available after the completion of the probationary period. 

This position is eligible for the PERSI benefits package, including: 

• Excellent low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) 
• Paid parental leave 
• Eleven paid holidays per year 
• PERSI retirement, one of the nation's best state retirement systems 
• Multiple savings plans 
• Life insurance 
• A healthy work/life balance 
• Wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities; and more

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, analyze, and/or audit financial records and documents, accounting systems, financial statements, work papers, budgets, tax and payroll records, and other related documents
• Prepare reports of findings, conclusions, or recommendations
• Participate in or design, modify, and implement financial-related systems
• Research and analyze data for accuracy, trends, and variances to ensure acceptable business practices and procedures have been followed and for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
• Use computer skills to analyze, research, and maintain financial data and develop financial documents/reports. 

Minimum Qualifications: You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. You are encouraged to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices - this is typically gained from at least four years of professional work experience as a staff accountant, or equivalent, applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) OR a degree in accounting OR a related degree that includes at least 12 semester credits in accounting, to include Intermediate Accounting I and II or equivalent.

Candidates who reach the final hiring stage will be required to participate in a criminal background check. Having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate applicants from consideration, but may be considered as part of the hiring process. 

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] 

Benefits:

For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.