Financial Tax Analyst

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace.

Position Details
Job Code #: JC-515838

Position #(s): 275-210-4191-004

Working Title: Financial Tax Analyst

Classification: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT I

Salary: $7,529.00 – $9,352.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Telework Information
Act quickly to apply for this hybrid position, where you’ll enjoy up to 40% (two days) remote work each week.

Job Description And Duties
Do you thrive in a dynamic setting where you handle tax filings, payments, and cash reconciliations with accuracy and attention to detail? CalPERS seeks an Financial Accountant (FA) I Specialist in the Financial Reporting and Accounting Services Division, Treasury Management section.

The Financial Accountant (FA) I Specialist undertakes the preparation of quarterly and annual tax returns for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Employment Development Department (EDD). This role oversees the preparation and monitoring of tax claim schedules for Federal and State tax withholdings, ensuring timely deposits into the Custodian bank. Furthermore, the position conducts daily cash reconciliation between accounting records, Master Custodian Bank records, and control agency records.

Special Requirements
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below will not be considered.

The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed.

The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must address the following:

In this role, timely tax filing and reporting are imperative. Please elaborate on your experience with tax filing and/or reconciliations involving bank and cash accounts.

What measures and steps do you take to guarantee accuracy and reliability in your tasks?

Describe your familiarity with tax software and other tools utilized for tax reporting and reconciliation purposes.

Minimum Qualifications
All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package.

If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the U.S. equivalency. The Classification Specification is located on this job posting under “Minimum Requirements.”

Please note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.

Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E‑Verify for employment authorization purposes.

Benefit Overview
CalPERS offers competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.

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