Pt Finance Assistant (Accounting Clerk)

Job Description

This position is primarily responsible for the daily counting of passenger revenue and the reconciliation and deposit thereof daily revenues utilizing the applicable hard and software respecting this function (emptying money bins, operating money room machines, to using Excel to document receipts). In addition, working under the direction of the Finance Associate (SR/II) assist in: maintaining the general ledger including reconciling accounts payable and receivable transactions, preparing trial balance and other financial accounting schedules and journal entries, compiling, and preparing supporting documents for monthly budget reporting and other ad hoc reports. Assist the Financial Associate (SR/II) in carrying out their functions.
(Union Contracted)

Examples of Duties

• Assists in the performing of daily functions respecting receipts; inclusive of cash handling, money counting and revenue reporting.
• Learning the Accounts Payable and Receivable process Inclusive of data entry
• Mailing checks, filing paid and unpaid vouchers,
• Report creation and/or running providing a clear picture at all times of company’s payable position and providing vendor reconcilements when called upon.
• Prepares consignments of cash and passes for sales at the division Booth sales location
• Preparing mail order/internet requests for passes/tickets from the public, consignments of passes/tickets for sale by vendors and the daily consignment and reconciliation of receipts of sales from the various Information Booths.
• Performing other accounting, payroll, timekeeping, sick tracking or administrative functions as assigned by the Finance Associate, Finance Manager or Director of Finance.
• Work cooperatively with all levels of personnel.
• Attends in-service training, seminars or other opportunities for professional development as madeavailable by the Agency. Provides training for Agency personnel as required. Actively participates in staff meetings, trainings, etc.
• Has thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or college level course work with other specialized training in accounting, cash handling or business administration with an emphasis on figures and accurate record keeping is preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must have an acceptable credit rating necessary for bonding of employees who handle cash.
• Physical ability to lift and carry coin bags and other items weighing up to 50 lbs. and to operate money room equipment.
• Ability to learn procedures that require a high degree of responsibility, accuracy, timeliness, and precision.
• Valid drivers’ license and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment. Individual may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (Excel and Word) with the ability to quickly learn internal software programs.
• Must be able to handle confidential information, manage multiple priorities and have excellent communication skills (especially verbal), interpersonal skills, professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy to work effectively with the public, outside agencies, private vendors, and other employees at all levels throughout CTTRANSIT.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Good work record is essential.

How To Apply

Visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cttransit and complete the on-line application and attach a cover letter and resume.

Why work at CTtransit ?.......
CTtransit offers a highly competitive benefit package to all full-time eligible employees.
Competitive Wages

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and holidays)
• 401k and Pension Retirement plans

• Low cost no deductible medical, dental and vision including family
• Life Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and short term disability plans
• Voulntary Supplemental family, Accident Insurance an Additional Disability Plans

• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement