PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL RETIREMENT SYSTEM

Address:  3010 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ  85016

Salary: $65,000 - $78,543 

Grade: 24

Closing Date: February 18, 2026

*Please note that this position may work in a hybrid environment with some in office requirements. 

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Would you like to be part of a culture that promotes learning and collaboration while helping employees with what they need to succeed and thrive? If so, Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) is looking for talented people who will help us achieve our goal of honoring the contributions and sacrifices of Arizona’s public safety employees by providing outstanding service to those who protect and govern our state. At PSPRS we understand that it begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you. Join our diverse and inclusive team where you’ll feel valued and inspired to contribute your unique skills and experience.

The mission of Public Safety Personnel Retirement System is to deliver unparalleled service in providing retirement benefits to Arizona’s community of police officers, firefighters, corrections officers, judicial and elected officials. PSPRS serves approximately 60,000 active and retired public employees. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits to those eager to serve our membership and mission. Interested applicants can visit www.psprs.com to learn more about our agency.

JOB SUMMARY:

PSPRS is currently seeking a highly motivated and reliable accounting professional to join its Investment Operations (IO) team. Reporting to the Director of Investment Operations, this role works closely with the other members of IO team as well as Finance and Investments and is envisioned to be primarily responsible for supporting a robust internal investment transaction and reporting system, maintaining shadow accounting ledgers in accordance with the industry best practices, as well as gathering various investment reporting-related documentation.

Key duties include investment transaction processing, monitoring of the accounting book of record, assisting in preparation of various transaction and valuation reports as needed, and performing reconciliations between the custody bank’s data and the external investment manager reports pertaining to the holdings of the Trust’s $19 billion investment portfolio, which currently encompasses over 300 commingled and separate accounts of liquid and illiquid securities (private equity and similar drawdown-type funds, hedge funds, passively traded SMAs, and various private co-investment vehicles). By extension, this role also involves clearing any exceptions and identifying and promptly escalating any issues that might affect the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of investment reporting. Finally, this position may be responsible for special projects, such as investment fee/expense validation and analysis or asset allocation reporting, and for assisting with the various auditor and/or consultant requests.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Processing investment-related transactions, largely consisting of internal and external cash transfers, by using the custodian bank’s proprietary online platform and/or letters of instruction, in compliance with the established internal procedures, and coordinating with multiple parties (both internal and external) to ensure timely trade execution.
• Aiding in reconciliation of investment-related activity reflected in internal ledgers vs. custodial records and external fund manager statements to ensure a) appropriate accounting treatment of all transactions and b) the accuracy of the reported investment NAV/valuation; also, documenting, researching, and resolving any discrepancies within reasonable time frames related to fund valuations.
• Assisting with monthly and quarterly close activities and ad hoc requests involving investment accounting data from internal and external stakeholders (investment consultants, portfolio managers, in-house Legal department, etc.).
• Addressing various information requests related to annual audits and CAFR preparation.
• General data organization and management as it relates to:
  • investment transactions (capital call and distribution notices, fund contributions and redemptions, fee schedules, ILPA templates, etc.).
  • Investment valuation reporting (including monthly and quarterly fund statements, audited financials, tax forms, etc.) obtained via email, secure access to investment portals, and any other relevant methods.
• Producing investment accounting reports for internal consumption, such as weekly asset allocation reports and cash forecasts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Key accounting principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques, GAAP requirements.
  
• Policies and procedures related to document management in a regulated private and/or public setting.
• Familiarity with the various investment structures and instruments, including stocks, bonds, derivatives, as well as hedge funds and private equity, real estate, and private credit partnerships.
• Familiarity/experience with auditing and related quality practices, standards, and guidelines a plus.

Skill in:

• Financial analysis, cash flow modeling and reconciliation, ability to create and utilize complex spreadsheets in MS Excel.
• Document management, organizing multiple internal and external sources of data flow.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Ability to:

• Complete all assignments, including the most routine/mundane ones, with meticulous attention to detail and strong sense of task ownership.
• Take initiative to autonomously and proactively research and address errors and inefficiencies, focusing on continuous improvement and taking into consideration the entire investment process.
• Accept a high degree of responsibility in an environment where mistakes could have significant financial consequences.
• Communicate openly and proactively about any issues and errors.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects while working in a fast-paced, unstructured, and highly dynamic environment.
• Exhibit excellent follow-through and teamwork skills, remain motivated and determined when faced with challenging tasks and deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments in the organization as well as across the network of its external partners.
  

• University degree and interest in continuing education in accounting/finance.
• Familiarity with alternative investment fund economics, valuation methodologies, and operational due diligence best practices.
• Hands-on operational experience in the asset management industry (treasury operations, fund accounting, compliance, auditing or similar) strongly desired.
  

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation to include credit and criminal history.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

At PSPRS, we promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility, a learning environment and a team-oriented culture. Among the many benefits of a career with PSPRS, are 10 paid holidays per year, accrual of sick and annual leave, affordable medical benefits, participation in the Arizona State Retirement Plan (after 6 months of employment), optional participation in a 457 deferred compensation program, and employer matching on employee deferrals in the 457 plan (limited to a matching of 6% of salary on a per pay period basis).

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note that enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Andrew Goodwin at agoodwin@psprs.com or 602-296-3738 for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Andrew Goodwin at agoodwin@psprs.com. Requests should be made as early as possible to arrange the accommodation.