Administrative Accountant - General Ledger - Grade 9 - $52,977.60 ~ $74,172.80 ~ $95,368.00

This position will be posted from February 18, 2025 to March 3, 2025 by 4 : 00 pm.

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 :

Under the direction of a supervisor at the DRPA, this position will assist in general ledger review and financial statement reporting in line with GAAP and in compliance with internal and external regulations and policies. Core responsibilities include gathering financial documentation for audit requests, inputting data in excel and various software platforms, and creating ad hoc reports for management, internal departments, the Board, banks, and government agencies, with the goal of enhancing transparency and accountability in financial transactions. Additionally, the role supports the continuous improvement of financial processes to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

On occasion, assist with the analysis, reconciliation, forecasting and reporting of budget vs actuals, E-ZPass traffic and revenue, and other analyses involving electronic toll activity, including collections, violations, statistical reports and analyses for checks and balances with other agencies, customer service centers and internal DRPA departments.

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

DESCRIPTION OF TASK

Review general ledger account activity of balance sheet and P&L discrepancies.

Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing processes, including amortizing prepaids, invoice accruals and adjusting entries.   Provide support for internal and external audits.

Post daily BAI files, reconcile bank statements and other balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Assist in the preparation of SOPs, financial statements (CAFR & Governor’s report) and reports; providing insights and analysis as needed.

Prepare financial analysis for pending contracts for engineering and contracts administration.   Update revenue, ECR and investment schedules.

Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, collaborating with various departments to gather and input relevant financial data.

Coordinate collaboration with Revenue Reporting on collector DNR’s, credits, and Digital Video Audit System reviews. Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions

Evaluate DRPA E-Z Pass Violation images that have been rejected by NJ E-Z Pass back-office using the Image Re-Review Software

Maintain schedules for toll analysis, revenue forecasting and E-Z Pass in transit.

Performs other related duties as required and assigned to support all functions in the Finance Division.

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.

Problem-Solving : We accurately assess problems effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N / A

EDUCATION / TRAINING

Required :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Associates degree  OR Certificate in Accounting / Finance OR 2 or more years of experience working in an accounting / finance department for a mid-sized company.
• 0-1 years’ experience using accounting software.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices related to GAAP.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Have an intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office; specifically, Word for preparing memos, letters, reports etc., Excel for creating tables, formatting data and using basic formulas , and PowerPoint.

Desired :

Minimum of a year’s experience using ERP accounting software to make journal entries, payments, receivables and or run reports.

Environmental Working Conditions and Physical Effort

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

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

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

Normal office situation

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)

Risk of electrical shock

Risk of radiation

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job.

Very Quiet Conditions

Quiet Conditions

Moderate Noise

Loud Noise

Very Loud Noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

Stand

Walk

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Climb or balance

Reaching by extending hand(s) and / or arm(s) in any direction

Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel

Talk or good hearing

Taste or smell substances worked with on the job

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted?   If so, how much and how often?

Lifts weight or exerts force up to 10 pounds

Lifts weight or exerts force of 11 to 25 pounds

Lifts weight or exerts force of 26 to 50 pounds

Lifts weight or exerts force of 51 to 100 pounds

Lifts weight or exerts force more than 100 pounds

Select the specific vision requirements of this job.

Close vision

Distance vision

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

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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Salary : $74,173 - $95,368