Transit Accounting Technician (Senior) F/T
- General Definition of Work
Performs senior-level skilled accounting and financial support work for the Transit Department, providing status/reporting updates and analyses, preparing bi-weekly payroll, oversight of numerous processes, and assisting with specially assigned projects. Work is performed under the supervision of the Senior Grant Coordinator.
- Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Payroll Processing
Enters employee hours worked into payroll system and verifies appropriate coding according to payroll rules and regulations. Reviews and reconciles bi-weekly payroll submission for full-time and part-time Transit staff. Monitors employee leave balances and verify appropriate leave types for all department personnel.
Monitors part-time employee hours worked to ensure adherence to Town policy and prepares various reports and analyses for Transit management oversight and staffing level tracking. Monitors various pay for performance initiatives, calculates associated bonuses and prepares related change of statuses.
Accounts Payable/Purchasing
Manages assigned vendor accounts ensuring correct departmental account codes, proper documentation, timely system entry and submission for payment authorization.
Processes purchasing requisitions including review and verification of supporting documentation as required by Town and departmental policy in adherence with federal purchasing requirements. Maintains purchasing records, verifying and processing purchasing activity according to issued purchase orders.
Coordinates credit card transaction processing, including preparing and sending weekly statements to cardholders, collecting receipts, supporting documentation and required approvals, coding transactions in the accounting system and maintaining files and records for reference and audit puposes.
Reporting and Processing
Supports data collection, entry and retention of detailed departmental reporting, including setting up and maintaining paper and electronic filing systems for various employment records maintained.
Oversees processing of all new hire paperwork, including preparation of Change of Status, appointment letter, and calculation/verification of all starting wage/salary rates. Prepares annual re-appointment letters for part-time staff.
Supports collection of fares and tracking of fare types for revenue tracking relating to contracted services.
Assists with capital drawdown reconciliations, travel planning requests, annual budget entry and other assigned accounting duties as necessary.
Maintain a strong working relationship with internal staff, and Town of Blacksburg personnel within the purchasing, finance, and human resource offices.
Assists the Finance Manager and Senior Grants Coordinator with other projects as needed.
Days and Hours of Work
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Special Requirements
Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia with a satisfactory driving record
Education and Experience
Associates/Technical degree with coursework in finance/accounting or related field and three years of accounting or financial experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; thorough knowledge of accounts payable polices, practices and procedures; general knowledge of payroll policies and practices; proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of applications with emphasis on Excel and Outlook; strong problem solving and analytical skills; exceptional organizational skills, able to work independently and meet deadlines; ability to work in a team-oriented environment; ability to read and understand detailed and complicated policies, procedures and materials that contain specialized words and phrases; ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, supervisors, managers, external organizations, stakeholders, consultants, associates, State and Federal organizations and the general public.
- Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires pushing or pulling and lifting; work requires standard and close vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and operating motor vehicles or equipment; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
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01If hired, how long would you anticipate working for Blacksburg Transit?02A resume and cover letter are preferred. I have attached these.
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03Please provide a statement on your experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Excel. Include any experience with Accounting Software, as well.Required Question