What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Accountant 3 or 4 position at Madison, City of (WI)?

Come join the Metro Transit Finance Team!

We are looking for a leader who has the following:

Commitment to building an inclusive and equity focused workplace, which includes engaged and effective teams
Ability to problem solve and assist staff with trouble shooting related to complex issues and implementation of a new payroll system
Policy analysis, critical thinking and project management skills
Payroll processing expertise

This is responsible advanced-level professional payroll auditing, accounting, and supervision at Metro Transit. It is an exciting time to come onboard as we are implementing a new comprehensive technology system. This position has varying degrees of responsibility for general accounting, budgeting, financial reporting and primary responsibility for payroll oversight and staff supervision which will be performed independently under the general supervision of the Transit Finance Manager. This position requires a high level of independence in completing assignments and supervising employees.

The position is posted as a Transit Accountant 3 or 4. Transit Accountant 3 is the advanced project level of the Transit Accountant series with duties described in this posting. Transit Accountant 4 is the advanced program level of the Transit Accountant series and does the work of a Transit Accountant 3 with greater independence. In addition, this classification develops and supervises major Metro Transit accounting functions, and work is more developmental than administrative in nature. A placement decision will be made at the time of hire based on knowledge and experience of the chosen candidate.

Starting salary range for Transit Accountant 3 is $83,452.98 - $100,293.44

Starting salary range for Transit Accountant 4 is $91,228.28 - $110,139.90

Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.

Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Payroll

Lead the preparation, auditing, and analysis of payroll
Develop and implement new procedures
Work in conjunction with Metro HR staff regarding pay, leave, hiring, and separation issues
Analyze, maintain, and monitor employee status, seniority dates, and leave benefit balances
Work in conjunction with City Payroll to update necessary salary schedules, wage rate, data tables, and labor contract changes in shared software
Serve as main contact for interpretations as they relate to Metro payroll and leave
Work with HR and City Attorney in handling confidential matters pertaining to grievance/arbitration settlements

Supervision

Supervise clerk and technician staff, including hiring, training, counseling, grievance handling, performance evaluations, and disciplining staff
Prioritize and coordinate staff work assignments
Establish operating policies and procedures
Point person regarding all payroll related areas such as the labor contract, laws and regulations related to FMLA usage, functionality of software associated with processing payroll, etc.

Accounting

Supervise AP and AR functions, including invoice processing for various programs
Assist Transit Finance Manager in year-end financial audit preparation and other annual reporting
Represent Finance Unit at various meetings
Develop tracking reports for management and other groups
Respond to inquiries from providers, residents, employees, and retirees

Perform related work as assigned

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in an accounting setting, including one (1) year of experience directly related to processing payroll; and
Two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience (could be within the accounting and payroll experience)

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Two (2) years of education in accounting or a closely related program can be substituted for two (2) years of accounting experience. One (1) year of payroll experience and two (2) years of leadership experience still required.

For a complete list of knowledge, skills, and abilities, please reference the Transit Accountant 3 classification specification.

The City of Madison strives to provide excellent service to all of its residents and visitors. Therefore, successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to work effectively with multicultural communities.

Ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position.

Physical Requirements:

Employees will be expected to spend a majority of time sitting/standing while operating a computer and other standard office equipment. Employees may be required to travel to various locations in the City of Madison to attend meetings.

This position is an in-office position. This is not a remote work position.

Salary : $83,453 - $110,140

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