Retirement Accountant

County of Mendocino•Ukiah, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur. This position receives an additional 5% Confidential premium. Under general supervision, performs professional and complex accounting work in the preparation and analysis of accounting records, reports, fiscal and statistical statements regarding financial status, expenses and operating procedures; performs complex financial / accounting work in support of Mendocino County Employees’ Retirement Association (MCERA) in accordance with the County Employees’ Retirement Law of 1937 (CERL, or 1937 Act). Performs technical and administrative tasks in the processing and maintenance of the MCERA budget, expenditures, contracts and other financial and related data. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in finance, accounting or a closely related field; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing professional level accounting/bookkeeping work that included reconciling and balancing accounts, preparing a variety of financial and accounting statements and reports, and tracking a variety of financial information, preferably in a public agency.
Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college in finance, accounting or closely related field; and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional level accounting/bookkeeping experience.
Valid Driver's License is preferred but not required.
Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Knowledge of County Employees’ Retirement Law of 1937 (CERL), principles and operations of retirement systems and related laws.
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statements, Interpretations, Technical Bulletins and Concept Statements.
Knowledge of Governmental accounting practices, actuarial principles and accounting standards related to pension systems.
Knowledge of General and cost accounting.
Knowledge of Financial, fund and project accounting.
Knowledge of Financial report and statement preparation.
Knowledge of Auditing principles.
Knowledge of Budgeting principles and terminology.
Knowledge of Computer applications and hardware related to the performance of the essential functions of the job.
Knowledge of Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Knowledge of Laws and regulations relating to the financial administration of public agencies.
Knowledge of Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with minimum direction.
Skill in researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Skill in using spreadsheet and word processing software.
Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Ability to read, understand and interpret laws, regulations, personnel policies, memoranda of understanding, medical and legal terminology, and changes to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 (CERL) that affect the pension payroll system.
Ability to set up, maintain and verify complex, financial accounting systems.
Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of information in compliance with County regulations and the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 (CERL).
Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems and use independent judgment regarding technical accounting problems.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Regularly required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear; and push, pull, move, or lift above and below the neck objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Performs accounting and fiscal operations unique to assigned department or an assigned function within department.
Performs audits, reconciliations and appraisals of the accounting and financial systems, accounts, funds and related activities to ensure accuracy and that adequate internal control, sufficient security, and auditability are present.
Prepares monthly financial statements and related memos.
Supports preparation of the annual State Controller’s report, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) and other required reports.
Assists with finding solutions to problems relating to accounting and pension administration software, improvement and testing.
Reconciles and records monthly investment transactions.
Prepares annual budget in coordination with the Executive Director and Retirement Financial Investment Officer for Board input and adoption.
Monitors expenditures; balance and reconcile budget; maintain budget and fiscal records throughout the fiscal year.
Prepare proposed budget amendments.
Investment manager fee tracking, reconciliations, and accruals.
Prepares annual financial statements and coordinate with independent financial auditor and actuary in the development of Audited Financial Statements and Actuarial Valuation and Review.
Supports, reviews, designs and implements internal controls over transactions and reporting.
Collection and reconciliation of contributions with plan sponsors.
Verifies contributions received from plan sponsors and members accurately reflect in the pension administration system.
Tracks, reviews, and projects plan sponsor UAAL payments.
Reviews accounting, auditing and/or regulatory reports to ensure financial compliance and integrity, analyze audit and actuarial findings, and provide budget forecasting information.
Perform tasks associated with revenue projection.
Compiles information/data for County Budget Book.
Provides support and estimates for annual cash flow reports and other ad hoc reporting as required by the Executive Director or the Board of Retirement.
Provides monthly cash outflow estimates.
Perform audits related to special assignments including checking accuracy of entries and/or benefit payments and examining routine documents and reports.
Researches and compiles data to comply with financial reporting requirements and review the integrity of the organization’s systems and records ; files appropriate reports with local, state and federal agencies.
Supports preparation of memorandums, letters and reports in final form from rough drafts and notes.
Maintains computerized and manual general ledgers for County Retirement funds; reviews and makes necessary modifications as appropriate.
Monitors compliance with related laws, regulations, legislation, tax compliance and retirement law.
Performs other related duties as assigned.