Job Summary
The Accountant plays a pivotal role in maintaining and reconciling accounting records while preparing journal entries and financial reports. This position is essential for analyzing financial data and supporting the preparation of financial statements, audits, and regulatory compliance tasks. The Accountant will also work collaboratively with various departments to enhance internal controls, initiate process improvements, and conduct financial analyses that guide key business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile accounting records.
- Prepare journal entries and financial reports.
- Analyze financial data to assist in reporting.
- Support the preparation of financial statements and audits.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with different departments to improve internal controls.
- Contribute to process enhancements in financial operations.
- Perform financial analyses that support business decision-making.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is mandatory; however, relevant experience may substitute for up to four years of education.
- Accountant I position requires two years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
- Accountant III position necessitates five years of accounting experience, including expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, and adherence to GAAP standards.
Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
