What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Accountant (Financial Reporting) position at NJ Transit?
Principal Accountant (Financial Reporting)
Finance
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time-and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.
Summary :
Monitors the accounting, reporting and control of financial data to ensure the accurate maintenance and reporting of expenditures in accordance with accounting standards, NJ TRANSIT policy and procedures, and federal and state regulations.
Participates in the implementation and development of NJ TRANSIT policies and procedures in order to maintain consistency, improve methodology and efficiency of accounting operations.
Roles and Responsibilities :
- Prepares and distributes detailed reports for all levels of management to facilitate the flow of financial information.
- Prepares various government reports to meet federal and state compliance requirements.
- Responsible for reconciling financial data and preparing workpapers and financial statements for NJ Transit's defined benefit pension plans and defined contribution plans.
- Works with the financial reporting team on the preparation of financial statements and footnotes for the annual reports, also prepares the various supporting schedules for year-end audits.
- Assists the external auditor in collecting information from internal and external sources for the annual audit, also follows up on pending issues.
- Performs assigned duties during the monthly close including, but not limited to, preparation of journal entries and analysis, processing transactions, and research into significant budget variances.
- Prepare power point presentation for monthly board financial package.
- Provides oversight direction to lower-level accountants in the performance of specific tasks or special projects.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications :
Knowledge and Skills :
Essential :
Preferred :
At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package :
401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.
Job Details
City : Newark
State : NJ
