Pension Fund Accountant

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System (OPPRS) proudly serves approximately 11,000 active, inactive, and retired members and beneficiaries. Managing over $3.9 billion in assets, our dedicated team ensures the long-term financial security of Oklahoma’s law enforcement community. We are currently seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Accountant II to join our financial team.

Requirements

• Certified Procurement Officer
• Knowledge of Oklahoma’s People Soft program – Accounts Payables and Payroll
• Knowledge of Treasurer’s Modernization Program
• Self motivated and works well with other staff
• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Knowledge of working in other types of databases
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories; of financial statements and reports; of accounting ledgers and journals; and of computer technology related to accounting systems.
• Ability to prepare basic financial statements and reports; to review and analyze financial information; and to maintain routine accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and demonstrated ability to perform highly independent work, make independent decisions and resolve complex accounting and financial problems.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of bookkeeping for each year of the required degree.
• Previous employment with the State of Oklahoma is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post various journals, ledgers, and fiscal accounts.
• Analyze and present comprehensive financial statements and expenditure reports.
• Review and approve vouchers and invoices to ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Analyze agency budget requirements and allocate funds to proper accounts or organizational functions.
• Prepare and manage agency payroll data.
• Interpret complex financial data to support operational decision-making.

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Sick and Annual Leave – 15 days each
• 11 Holidays
• Health, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance. Optional additional life and vision programs
• Longevity Pay after 2 years
• Competitive Salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level