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- Maintains accounting records and balances accounts.
- Prepares reconciliations, complex general journal entries, and assists in the preparation of financial statements and other reports.
- Maintains accounting records in a complex, computerized financial accounting system.
- Analyzes general ledger documents.
- Prepares adjusting/recurring journal entries as needed.
- Prepares monthly financial statement reports and other monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Balances subsidiary ledgers with general ledger.
- Prepares account reconciliation on an ongoing basis.
- Assists with the year-end financial audit.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Prepares and enters fixed asset entries for the District's capital projects.
- Performs projects and grants accounting, billing, journal entries, reporting, and other duties as needed.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
- Minimum five (5) years directly relevant experience in accounting
- Possession of and the ability to maintain a California driver's license, Class C, with less than 6 points in the preceding 36-month period and no DUIs in the prior seven years.
- Maintain compliance with the District's policy regarding Conflict of Interest and Ethics.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain access to Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton.
- Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply generally accepted accounting and auditing principles.
- Knowledge of account classification and financial control theory and the ability to apply the principles of materiality.
- Ability to read and understand technical material, government regulations, legal documents, and/or complex work instructions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, multi-task, and organize workflow so as to deliver high-quality products within established deadlines.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to analyze routine and non-routine financial situations, solve problems, and present alternatives; skills in preparing and analyzing complex financial reports.
- Demonstrated above-average proficiency in computer software programs, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as JD Edwards.
- Ability to operate a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a fax and scanner machine, copy machine, and telephone.
- Ability to carry and operate a mobile on-call device.
- Contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
- Catch-up plan for those 50+ of up to amount specified annually by the IRS
- Is portable, can be rolled over into another qualified retirement plan
- Employer match into a 401(a) account (50% up to 8% of employee compensation; Max NCTD contribution of 4%)
- $550/month for single coverage
- $1,040/month for employee + one dependent
- $1,392/month for employee + 2 or more dependents
- $10.00 co-pay for Annual Exam
- No charge for standard lenses every 12 months
- $125 retail allowance for frames every 2 years; OR $125 toward the contact lens.
- Health Care Spending Account:
- May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
- Dependent Care Spending Account:
- May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS (including limitations if married)
- Commuter Transit Accounts:
- May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
- Emotional Support
- Work/Life Balance
- Family Care
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- No
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Senior Accountant - Oceanside, United States - North County Transit District
Description
Salary : $66, $99,450.20 AnnuallyLocation : Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: FY
Department: Finance Division
Opening Date: 09/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
DEFINITION
Under general direction from the Controller, the Senior Accountant prepares complex general ledger entries and account reconciliations. S/he works with the Controller to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the District's general ledger.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is distinguished among accounting positions by the requirements for an increased level of knowledge and application of accounting principles and accounting software, a greater understanding of the interrelationships among accounting functions, and ability to exercise more independent judgment in performing accounting functions.
Supervision Received and Exercised
This position reports to the Controller and may exercise supervisory authority on a limited basis in support of assigned projects assignments and Division initiatives. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.
Working Conditions
Normal working conditions for this position are in both an office and field setting. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants' facilities, and other locations as required.
Examples of Duties
Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
Certificates/Licenses
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must possess the ability to use the phone and computer for extended periods, manual dexterity to complete clerical functions and work with office equipment, and lift equipment up to 25 pounds on a daily basis. The employee must be able to hear, see, and communicate verbally to exchange information. The employee must be able to physically travel between District locations and other destinations, work in evenings when required, work in hazardous conditions, and negotiate a variety of different and irregular terrain as is typical along a railway right of way. The employee may be subject to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals. The employee must be able to walk, climb, balance, bend, carry, push, reach, sit, and stand.
Machines / Tools / Equipment
Retirement: NCTD participates in the CalPERS retirement program with a benefit formula of 1.5% @ 65 for PEPRA new members. Benefits are calculated based on your age at retirement, the number of years of service credit with CalPERS and the average of your monthly compensation over the past 36 months (36 months average highest hourly pay rate). The current employee contribution rate each payroll is 4.75% for new members. Taxes are deferred to retirement.
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan: NCTD offers a Voluntary Deferred Compensation Savings Plan through VOYA Financial Services. Employees are eligible to enroll any time after the date of hire. The plan allows you to contribute pre-tax and/or post-tax dollars into selected funds of your choice. The plan also allows you to:
If medical insurance is selected, NCTD will contribute the listed amount towards your selection:
Vision Insurance: NCTD offers vision services for employees and their eligible dependents through a reliable vision insurance provider. Human Resources can provide information regarding annual insurance provider and available plan. The plan is part of NCTD's cafeteria plan (pre-tax payroll deductions for monthly premiums).
The benefits include:
Long Term Disability Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance. You may elect units of $100 up to 60% of your hourly wage to a maximum of $6,000/month. Deductions are post-tax, coverage 24/7, limitations or exclusions, and benefits are payable to age 65 or for two years (whichever is longer).
Flexible Spending Account Plan: NCTD offers two core FSA plans and two Commuter plans. Health Care and Dependent Care plans are "Use It OR Lose It" calendar year plans (Jan. 1st - Dec. 31st). The Commuter Transit and Parking plans do not have a "use it or lose it" policy. Plans are as follows:
Accident Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary accident insurance. You may elect coverage for you and your dependents for a flat monthly rate. Deductions are post-tax.
Critical Illness Insurance: NTD offers voluntary Critical Illness insurance. You may elect coverage up to $10,000 in increments of $2,500, for you and between $2,500 - $5,000 for your dependents, not to exceed 50% of coverage amount. Deductions are post-tax.
Administrative Holidays: 9 recognized paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
PTO (Paid Time Off):All NCTD Regular, Probationary, and Limited-Term employees shall receive Paid Time Off (PTO). PTO shall be taken at reasonable times approved by the employee's supervisor.
PTO shall be earned equally in each pay period during the year in accordance with the following schedule, based on the number of years of NCTD service completed:
- 0 through 3.99 years of service completed: 120 hours per year (15 days)
through 9.99 years of service completed: 176 hours per year (22 days)
- 10 and more years of service completed: 216 hours per year (27 days)
Transportation Passes: All NCTD employees receive an identification "PRONTO Card" which can be used to ride the following NCTD/MTS transit services (BREEZE, FLEX, SPRINTER, COASTER, MTS Bus, Trolley) at no charge. Eligible family members also receive a pass for NCTD public transportation at no charge (paratransit excluded).
Bereavement Leave: NCTD offers paid bereavement leave.
Employee Assistance Plan: The EAP offers assistance in areas such as:
Please contact Human Resources should you have any questions regarding NCTD Benefits.
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Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification in the selection process. By continuing in the process, you are certifying that all information provided in the application and supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA EMAIL: I understand that it is my responsibility to check my email, including junk mail or spam folders, for any communication from the North County Transit District. Communication will be sent via email to the email address I have provided on my application. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read, understand, and agree to this statement.
Do you have at least 5 years of accounting experience?