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Posted : Saturday, September 30, 2023 07:29 AM
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is seeking a result-driven professional, who is prepared to join a dynamic team as we embark on agency-wide transformational change.
The desired candidate will be committed to collaboration and a team first approach that speaks to the organizational direction of the agency.
*Summary/Brief Description* The Accountant is responsible for performing processes and procedures related to the monthly close, preparing journal entries, payroll, system administration and various other account reconciliations.
This position performs a variety of professional level duties involving various accounting activities; analyzes and reconciles complex financial transactions; maintains the accuracy of the ledgers and subsidiary financial systems; prepares and maintains accurate financial records and reports; assists in the preparation of annual audit, monthly and year end closing; and provides highly responsible staff assistance to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
*EXAMPLES OF DUTIES* *Duties may include, but are not limited to:* * Prepares basic financial reports and schedules such as balance sheets, statements of revenue and expense, statements of cash flows, and other financial reports * Performs month-end and year-end closing activities * Provides audit schedules and supporting documentation to internal and external auditors * Prepares journal entries * Reviews purchase orders for accuracy * Monitors accounts receivable and accounts and contract payable activities * Prepares invoices and invoice-related documents * Expedites payment of invoices according to agreed terms and conditions * Reviews, analyzes, and prepares billing invoices for grant-related transactions to funding partners * Analyzes federal, state, and local grants to determine appropriate implementation of regulatory requirements * Assists in the development and updating of policies, procedures, manuals, and accounting systems * Prepare and process both weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
* Coordinate and interface with the administrative and management teams to collect and summarize timekeeping information, including ensuring manager approval of timesheets, overtime approval, PTO approval * Ensure accurate payroll/data entry for new employee information, changes to employee records, termination of employee, and any other related entries required for the payroll system.
* Respond to employee payroll questions/errors and assist with correction and/or resolution of the issues as necessary.
Provide general support to staff with payroll/compensation issues and problem resolution.
* Performs special projects as required * Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of TARTA are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties *Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* *Knowledge of* (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) * Theories, principles, and practices of accounting, business finance, and financial recordkeeping * Financial analysis and research procedures * Electronic financial and accounting information/application systems * Applicable business software applications *Skill in* (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) * Performing complex financial and statistical analyses * Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions * Exercising sound judgment in making decisions * Communicating effectively orally and in writing * Interacting professional with various levels of the organization and external representatives * Operating computers and general office equipment *Ability to* (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) * Think and act independently * Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence * Implement applicable policies and procedures * Compile and analyze complex data * Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements * Read, write, speak, and understand English *Minimum Qualifications* *Education* * Bachelor's Degree in Accounting *Experience* * Experience with GASB accounting standards prefered * Knowledge of Sage 500 preferred *Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements* *Special Conditions* The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
TARTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
*Working Conditions* * Typical office situation * Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen *Physical Effort Required* * Sitting at a desk or table * Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium * Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions.
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
TARTA does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.
00 - $70,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Experience level: * No experience needed * Under 1 year Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * GAAP: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
The desired candidate will be committed to collaboration and a team first approach that speaks to the organizational direction of the agency.
*Summary/Brief Description* The Accountant is responsible for performing processes and procedures related to the monthly close, preparing journal entries, payroll, system administration and various other account reconciliations.
This position performs a variety of professional level duties involving various accounting activities; analyzes and reconciles complex financial transactions; maintains the accuracy of the ledgers and subsidiary financial systems; prepares and maintains accurate financial records and reports; assists in the preparation of annual audit, monthly and year end closing; and provides highly responsible staff assistance to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
*EXAMPLES OF DUTIES* *Duties may include, but are not limited to:* * Prepares basic financial reports and schedules such as balance sheets, statements of revenue and expense, statements of cash flows, and other financial reports * Performs month-end and year-end closing activities * Provides audit schedules and supporting documentation to internal and external auditors * Prepares journal entries * Reviews purchase orders for accuracy * Monitors accounts receivable and accounts and contract payable activities * Prepares invoices and invoice-related documents * Expedites payment of invoices according to agreed terms and conditions * Reviews, analyzes, and prepares billing invoices for grant-related transactions to funding partners * Analyzes federal, state, and local grants to determine appropriate implementation of regulatory requirements * Assists in the development and updating of policies, procedures, manuals, and accounting systems * Prepare and process both weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
* Coordinate and interface with the administrative and management teams to collect and summarize timekeeping information, including ensuring manager approval of timesheets, overtime approval, PTO approval * Ensure accurate payroll/data entry for new employee information, changes to employee records, termination of employee, and any other related entries required for the payroll system.
* Respond to employee payroll questions/errors and assist with correction and/or resolution of the issues as necessary.
Provide general support to staff with payroll/compensation issues and problem resolution.
* Performs special projects as required * Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of TARTA are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties *Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* *Knowledge of* (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) * Theories, principles, and practices of accounting, business finance, and financial recordkeeping * Financial analysis and research procedures * Electronic financial and accounting information/application systems * Applicable business software applications *Skill in* (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) * Performing complex financial and statistical analyses * Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions * Exercising sound judgment in making decisions * Communicating effectively orally and in writing * Interacting professional with various levels of the organization and external representatives * Operating computers and general office equipment *Ability to* (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) * Think and act independently * Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence * Implement applicable policies and procedures * Compile and analyze complex data * Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements * Read, write, speak, and understand English *Minimum Qualifications* *Education* * Bachelor's Degree in Accounting *Experience* * Experience with GASB accounting standards prefered * Knowledge of Sage 500 preferred *Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements* *Special Conditions* The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
TARTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
*Working Conditions* * Typical office situation * Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen *Physical Effort Required* * Sitting at a desk or table * Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium * Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions.
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
TARTA does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.
00 - $70,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Experience level: * No experience needed * Under 1 year Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * GAAP: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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• Location : 1127 W Central Avenue, Toledo, OH
• Post ID: 9086259549
