Sr. Accountant - Grade 11 - $70,054.40 ~ $98,092.80 ~ $126,110.40
This position will be posted from April 21, 2025 to May 2, 2025 by 4:00pm.
Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.
DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law, under which marijuana continues to be illegal.
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**Basic Purpose of Position : **
Ensures that financial transactions are executed in accordance with corporate, federal and state guidelines and financial data is reported accurately in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Prepares and assists in preparation of monthly financial statements and budget reports for PATCO’s Director of Finance. Submits financial statements and other financial data to the general manager and CFO for monthly reporting to the Board of Commissioners. Participate in meetings, supplies requested information to internal and external auditors in support of the DRPA/PATCO audits.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
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Supervises accounting for all PATCO operating departments to ensure proper accounting treatment and to track revenue sources. Prepares monthly and /quarterly reports, financial statements and supplemental schedules, including the Comprehensive Annual Report (CAFR), and financial and budget analysis for PATCO as required by the Chief Financial Officer, PATCO Director of Finance and other Directors, outside agencies, and internal departments. Prepare supplemental schedules for the financial statements. Assists with the management of the financial software system. Prepares or supervises the reconciliation and filing of Federal 1099 statements and list of payments for monthly Board meetings.
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Reconciles and supervises the reconciliation of all financial records and accounts (i.e. bank statements, accounts payable, and general ledger accounts) and coordinates with IS to ensure system accuracy. Performs account and financial analyses required by the CFO, PATCO Director, finance, other directors, and outside agencies. Reviews general liability and workers’ compensation insurance payments. Analyzes insurance reserves and amortizes insurance expenses.
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Supervises and maintains controls for all accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Prepares ancillary accounts payable reports. Reviews and approves invoices/payable vouchers, including compilation of information from system sources for billing, proper application of cash receipts and maintenance of related subsidiary schedules. Delegates work to staff, coaches and motivates. Set expectations and manages and reviews performance.
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Reviews and approves PATCO invoices, cash receipts and journal entries prepared by staff for accuracy. Assists in managing the chart of accounts. Reviews and approves purchase orders, requisitions, contracts, and journal entries and cash receipts. Reviews payments for compliance with federal regulations.
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Initiates, coordinates, and assists in the preparation of the capital and operating budget. Meets with Directors and Project Managers to communicate budget guidelines and status, collects data, tracks changes and enters data into the appropriate system. Prepares budget documents and participates in budget hearings.
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Communicates with all levels of DRPA/PATCO personnel to assist management in the implementation of the Division’s new and ongoing initiatives and complete special projects and other responsibilities assigned by the Directors, General Manager, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer. Attend and participate in meetings relating to accounting, budget and strategic initiatives. Assist in maintaining a safe and secure work environment by participating in required training, recognizing and reporting hazards and suspicious activity, and using all required personal protective equipment.
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Administers accounting functions for the NextFare program and other electronic fare collection initiatives and accounting activity among interagency participating agencies and members and credit card fees and payments
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Reconciles monthly activity related to deferred revenue and other activities managed on behalf of Authority by contracted vendors.
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Performs monthly reconciliation general ledger and subsidiary account activity for PATCO’s participation in the DRPA capital program. Through the work order process, verifies that time was charged appropriately and PATCO is being paid by DRPA under the capital program. Communicates with Directors and Project Managers regarding the capital program and the closeness to completion and the capitalization of fixed assets. Accounts for fixed assets and related capitalization and depreciation. Regularly monitors the capital program, so as to be in compliance with Federal Transit Administration guidelines and weekly/monthly cash requirements.
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Assists with the administration of federal/state grants and the preparation regulatory reports including the National Transit Database reports. Develops and maintains cross reference for National Transit Database account structure to ensure proper tracking and reporting of revenue and expenditures.
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Ensures compliance with PATCO accounting procedures with GAAP. Supports the annual financial audit at PATCO. Participates in meetings and supplies necessary financial information and records to comply with external and internal auditor requests.
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Assists in planning for availability of adequate cash to meet PATCO payment obligations, Initiates the investment of cash accounts at the direction of Director of Finance and the CFO. Recommends and implements movement of funds between bank and investment accounts
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Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Core Value Competencies
Safety: We promote safety in all we do. Our commitment to the safety of our customers and employees is paramount.
Integrity: We are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct, personally and corporately. We accomplish this by being open and honest, and by meeting our commitments to each other, our customers and our region.
Customer Service: We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern. We provide quality service by focusing on both internal and external customers.
Quality: We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do. We accomplish this by monitoring our work, systems and processes and taking action to ensure that they meet or exceed standards.
Teamwork: We work as a team. We encourage our employees to develop and contribute their talents cooperatively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Effective teamwork includes working cooperatively with others as part of a team- as opposed to working individually or competitively- to accomplish shared objectives.
Communication: We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority because we believe the free exchange of information is vital to unity, effectiveness and service among our employees, and to our customers and the region we serve. We are committed to delivering clear, effective communications and taking responsibility for understanding others.
Innovation: We are leaders in finding new approaches and encouraging new ideas. We welcome the exchange of new ideas to improve the Authority. We foster and initiate new ideas, methods and solutions to support the mission and objectives of the Authority.
Dependability & Accountability: We can be relied upon to do the work that's required every time. We are consistently at work and on time, ensuring that work responsibilities are covered and expected results are achieved.
Self-Development: We take steps to ensure continued learning and professional growth.
Managing Staff Performance: We manage the employee/employer relationship to ensure that employees are supported in meeting performance expectations and achieving departmental and organizational goals.
Problem-Solving: We accurately assess problems and effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Data Entry Clerk
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Environmental Working Conditions and Physical Effort
How Often: (check the appropriate box)
Occasionally = Less than 1/3 of the time
Frequently = From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Constantly = More than 2/3 of the time
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How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?
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How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?
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Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?
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Ability to adjust focus
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
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EEO/AA/DVM
Required Skills
Required Experience
Skills and Abilities:
•Analytical skills
•Problem solving skills
•Communication skills
•Interpersonal skills
•Ability to work on a team
•Leadership ability
•Organizational skills
•Mathematical skills
•Technical skills