Job Description
Launch your public finance career with San Jose's premier pension administration team! We're seeking motivated entry-level professionals to join our mission of safeguarding retirement futures for municipal employees. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship from seasoned actuaries, and direct impact on $2.5B in public pension assets. Ideal for recent graduates with finance degrees, you'll gain hands-on experience in regulatory compliance, investment analysis, and member services while supporting California's most innovative public retirement programs.
Responsibilities
- Process pension enrollment forms and retirement applications ensuring compliance with California PERS regulations
- Assist in monthly benefit calculations and distribution payments to retired employees
- Contribute to annual actuarial valuations and investment performance reporting
- Respond to member inquiries regarding pension benefits and retirement planning
- Support data migration and system upgrades for the new pension management platform
- Prepare quarterly compliance reports for State Controller's Office review
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 0-2 years of experience in pension administration or financial services
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial modeling software
- Knowledge of California PERS regulations preferred
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to obtain California Public Retirement System certification within 6 months