CNYRTA/Centro Announcement of Vacant Position, Accountant (Syracuse)

DEPARTMENT:  Finance, Central New York Regional Transportation Authority

STARTING SALARY:  Grade 5 – $52,686 to $58,887

Note:  Starting salary is determined by evaluation of experience and qualifications for the position and will be set at some point between this range.

JOB SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for Accounts Payable transactions, journal entries, and other departmental tasks as assigned.

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Thoroughly examine all invoices to ensure they have the required documentation and approvals.
2. Utilize our financial software to match purchase order receipts with invoices.
3. Notify storeroom and procurement teams about any issues or concerns related to receipts and purchases.
4. Serve as a liaison between Accounting, Procurement, and the Storeroom.
5. Monitor monthly inventory variances. Report any issues to the VP and AVP of Finance.
6. Handle various weekly and monthly journal entries.
7. Complete various monthly and year-end account reconciliations.
8. Keep the employee uniform account reconciliation current by collaborating with purchasing and operations to address issues or potential write-offs.
9. Review and confirm the proper approval of all credit card purchases and record the expenses in the financial software.
10. Generate checks on a weekly basis, match them with voucher packages, obtain necessary signatures, and distribute checks as required.
11. Utilize banking and financial software to research outstanding checks.  Along with voiding and reissuing checks when necessary.
12. Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation and files in compliance with company policies and accepted accounting standards.
13. Address inquiries from vendors and nurture positive relationships with them.
14. Act as a backup for any accounting staff when required.
15. Execute other special projects as assigned by the Manager of Accounting and AVP of Finance.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:                               

Education/Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required, with 2 to 4 years’ experience preferred. 

1. Comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and pronouncements.
2. Strong ethical awareness and a deep understanding of ethical requirements as they pertain to accounting functions.
3. Proficiency in the principles and practices of accounting.
4. Knowledge and thorough understanding of internal control principles and practices.
5. Familiarity with transportation industry standards and practices.
6. Skill in planning and organizing work independently.
7. Skill in entering data accurately.
8. Strong oral and written communication skills.

Applications and in-house transfer request must be submitted to Danielle Raineri or go onto our website at www.centro.org and apply!  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.  CNYRTA reserves the right to select a candidate from within or outside the Company. 

CNYRTA is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.