Senior General Ledger Accountant

Title: Senior General Ledger Accountant

State Role Title: Accountant III

Hiring Range: $94,500 - $115,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Commonwealth Savers Plan

Location: ARBORETUM NORTH CHESTERFIELD

Agency Website: www.commonwealthsavers.com

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Who We Are Commonwealth Savers, an independent state agency, helps people build brighter futures through savings programs that support education, independence, and long-term security. Employees are driven by a shared mission of expanding opportunity, improving financial well-being, and making a meaningful difference to individuals and communities. It's a place where meaningful work and public impact come together to help families thrive.

About the Role Apply your senior‑level accounting expertise to support programs that give individuals the financial tools they need to achieve future success.

Our growing General Accounting Team is seeking a Senior General Ledger Accountant to act as the technical expert for complex accounting transactions. This position is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the agency’s general ledger, preparing complex journal entries, performing advanced balance sheet reconciliations, and leading the month-end close process. Unlike standard corporate accounting, this position requires deep expertise in GASB standards, fiduciary fund structures, and complex investment accounting. Operating under the guidance of the Accounting Manager and Controller, this role ensures public transparency, strict statutory compliance, and flawless financial tracking for billions in participant assets.

What You’ll Do • Maintain and reconcile proprietary (enterprise) and fiduciary fund ledgers • Administer general ledger activity, daily transaction controls, and net asset value and settlement reconciliations for 529 funds • Reconcile program manager, banking partner, custodian, and asset manager statements to state and agency general ledgers • Validate program manager data feeds for participant contributions, redemptions, fee allocations, and disbursements • Assist monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end close activities • Prepare complex reconciliations; analyze and report variances to management; and produce schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external financial reporting, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report • Analyze accounting, reconciliation, and investment data across agency systems, financial institutions, and the master custodian; prepare related financial reports and analyses • Evaluate emerging accounting guidance and coordinate implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements and other applicable standards • Provide technical guidance and training on reporting, reconciliation, and analytical tools; collaborate with stakeholders to maintain compliance with accounting standards, controls, policies, and procedures

What We’re Looking For • Seven or more years of relevant work experience in governmental accounting, finance, or related field, with demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), budget practices, financial reporting, and general business processes; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; CPA preferred • Experience with the Commonwealth’s accounting procedures and policies preferred • Ability to read, compile, analyze and accurately interpret complex accounting and financial records and statements • Ability to identify and define problems, collect and reconfigure data, establish facts, develop and communicate options and draw valid conclusions • Demonstrated critical thinking, decision making and analytical ability with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines • Demonstrated master level proficiency with Microsoft Excel; strong skills in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint • Proficiency with financial systems and business accounting software (general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reporting); Frontier Reconciliation Software is a plus • Knowledge of SQL Queries, Business Objects, and Tableau Reporting Software preferred • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and persuasively, orally and in writing • Ability to build rapport and collaborate with coworkers, other state government employees and the financial community

Why Join Us? In this position, you will play a key role in strengthening the financial integrity of programs that help people pursue education, achieve greater independence, and plan for long‑term financial security. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

Work Environment • This position follows a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days on-site each week • Typical office environment with considerable time in a sitting, stationary position • Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment including typing and keying • Frequently communicate with team members and third-party business partners; must be able to exchange accurate information accordingly

Benefits • Generous healthcare benefits with multiple plans to choose from • Defined benefit and contribution retirement plans with cash match • 12+ holidays • PTO – new employees earn 25 days/full year • Tuition reimbursement • Agency-paid continuing education • 529 match program • Relaxed work environment

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

It is the practice of Commonwealth Savers to conduct in-depth background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background checks performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: reference checks, criminal history including sexual offender registry checks, and degree validation. The results of background checks are made available to Commonwealth Savers employing officials. You will be requested to sign a reference release form, so your past schools and/or employers may be contacted concerning your academic or employment history.

Contact Information

Name: Alicia Diggs

Email: HR@commonwealthsavers.com

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.