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.
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).
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.
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
Performs other related duties as required; all job descriptions are subject to change.
You may also visit us in-person or mail your application to:
Human Resources TARTA 1127 W. Central Ave, Toledo, Ohio 43610 Toledo, OH 43697-0792Please submit a cover letter and resume to: careers@tarta.com.
If you have questions, please contact the TARTA Human Resources Department by e-mail at careers@tarta.com or by calling 419-245-5224. Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) Statement: 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. To view other open positions, click here.
