Accounting Supervisor

ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR/EXPERTLocation: Little Rock, AR, US, 72201 Category: AR PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT Anticipated Starting Salary: $78,130Position Number: 22094609 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: September 17, 2026Who We Are: At APERS, you will be part of a team that serves over 100,000 active members and retirees from across the state of Arkansas. As the state's second-largest retirement system, we manage a trust fund of over $14 billion, and we distribute over $600 million dollars in benefits to our retirees and beneficiaries each year. On a daily basis, you will have an opportunity to make a positive impact, as you help us achieve our mission of providing a secure income in retirement to our members and their beneficiaries.What We Value: APERS is seeking knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and service-minded individuals to build our team. Our employees serve our members with a positive attitude and strive to exceed our members' expectations with their accuracy and willingness to go above and beyond. They collaborate with their coworkers and treat others respectfully as they work to meet the needs of our members. We hold our employees to high standards of quality, and we help them develop the knowledge and skill necessary to achieve excellence in their roles.What We Offer: Health insurance and supplemental dental, vision, and other plans Employer-paid life insurance Annual leave and sick leave 11 paid holidays and 8 hours Children's Educational Activity Leave (CEAL) annually Defined benefit retirement plan with 5 year-vesting Optional 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan Career service recognition program Paid parking Business casual dress including nice jeans Ability to assist and support the CIO manage the investment portfolio, which includes oversight of back-office investment operations and administration, monitoring investment managers, and supervising an investment staff.Preferred experience:Understanding of investments and accountingAbility to communicate effectively with external partnersUnderstanding of private market investmentsUnderstanding of asset allocation, capital market assumptions, portfolio risk, portfolio construction, and liquidity managementStrong with Excel skills, as well as strong quantitative and analytical skillsStrong leadership skillsJob Summary: The Accounting Supervisor/Expert is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations, as well as the ability to lead, mentor, and support accounting teams.Primary Responsibilities:Lead and supervise a team of accountants, ensuring their work is completed accurately, on time, and in compliance with state regulations.Conduct performance evaluations for accounting staff, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement and professional growth.Review and approve financial reports, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and comply with applicable accounting standards and regulations.Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing insights and recommendations to management.Ensure that all accounting activities comply with applicable state, federal, and departmental regulations.Coordinate the preparation for internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and information as required.Manage and review complex financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.Knowledge and Skills: Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting. Strong experience in budgeting, managing financial reports, and analyzing financial data. Knowledge of state, federal, and departmental financial regulations and standards. Ability to analyze complex financial data, resolve discrepancies, and develop actionable recommendations. Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and financial models).Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 4 years of accounting experience.Special Application Information: Incomplete applications will not be considered. List current/most recent job first. Account for all time periods including unemployment, self-employment, and military service. A resume may be attached to your required online application form; however, it may not be used as a substitute for completing any part of our application. Currently, there is a 6.00% mandatory employee pre-tax contribution to the APERS retirement plan and direct deposit is the required method of pay. ONLY COMPLETED STATE OF ARKANSAS APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.