System and Operations Trainee

This position is being re-advertised. Those who have previously applied are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

The CalSTRS Accounting Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a(n) Accountant Trainee in the Contributions Unit.

 The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle (specifically timely distribution of retirement checks as well as issuing member refunds), as well as, accounting for contribution activities.  

 The Contributions Unit manages employer contribution accounts including receivable collections, contribution returns, as well as penalties and interest, assessments and disputes. The unit also monitors and analyzes contribution revenue and prepares revenue accruals.
 

Under the close supervision of the Financial Accountant I (Supervisor), the Accountant Trainee (AT) performs professional accounting duties of low to medium difficulty in all aspects of the accounting revenue cycle activities, within the Contributions unit. The AT performs analytics on a variety of data to determine fiscal soundness of 1,800+ County Offices of Education, school districts, community colleges and charter schools (employers) throughout the state.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: 

• Accounting experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to successfully work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work successfully on a team and independently
• Excellent customer service skills, both orally and in writing
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload and sensitive information

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.