Jacksonville Transportation Authority
General Accounting Manager
Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Overview
Join to apply for the General Accounting Manager role at Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA). The position is under the general supervision of the Controller and is responsible for managing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants accounting functions. The role is an integral part of the financial management team and supports the Authority’s revenue and expense recognition. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Lead and manage all financial transactional activities for the Authority, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants accounting.
Oversee daily operations of the accounts receivable department, including billing, government grants, and collections.
Coordinate and resolve issues with billing and invoice systems, including discrepancies and adjustments.
Regularly review the accounts receivable ledger to ensure payments are accounted for and correctly posted and applied.
Analyze expenditures, track invoices and sub-ledger details, and resolve discrepancies.
Review applicable accounting reports and accounts payable registers to ensure accuracy.
Communicate with other departments and vendors regarding invoice approvals and payment queries.
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing and reporting of all financial transactions.
Coordinate with Grants Management and oversee the grants accounting process, ensuring proper accounting of grant funds and compliance with grant requirements.
Develop and implement robust accounting systems and procedures to enhance accuracy and compliance within transit operations.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and industry-specific laws and standards related to transit and grants accounting.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, promoting excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Assess accounting systems, processes, and controls to ensure integrity, efficiency, and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years progressive accounting/finance experience, including 1 year of supervision of staff.
Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree
Related certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Actively demonstrate JTA’s Elements of a Leader (engaged, courageous, good communicator, empathetic, strategic thinker, etc.).
Proven management skills leading a team and executing upper management directives.
Ability to develop relationships that contribute to overall success.
Research and analysis to influence stakeholders and target markets.
Strong work ethic, collaboration, mentoring, and goal delivery focus.
Effective written and verbal communication with sensitivity, inclusivity, and equity.
Strong organizational, analytical, and tactical-thinking skills.
Initiative, integrity, and good judgment.
Stays current with accounting pronouncements, GAAP, GASB, FTA, and FDOT standards.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
The General Accounting Manager works primarily in an office environment with a typically quiet noise level. Extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required to respond to emergencies or meet operational needs. Note:
This document does not create an employment contract and is for informational purposes only. All employment offers are contingent upon pre-employment drug testing. Positions marked as Safety Sensitive may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. COOP Essential roles may be required to work as needed during Continuity of Operations activations. A valid driver’s license may be required as specified by the position. Acknowledgements
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Employees who require a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must notify JTA in advance to allow sufficient time for accommodations. Job postings and referrals: Referrals may increase interview chances.
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Join to apply for the General Accounting Manager role at Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA). The position is under the general supervision of the Controller and is responsible for managing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants accounting functions. The role is an integral part of the financial management team and supports the Authority’s revenue and expense recognition. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Lead and manage all financial transactional activities for the Authority, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants accounting.
Oversee daily operations of the accounts receivable department, including billing, government grants, and collections.
Coordinate and resolve issues with billing and invoice systems, including discrepancies and adjustments.
Regularly review the accounts receivable ledger to ensure payments are accounted for and correctly posted and applied.
Analyze expenditures, track invoices and sub-ledger details, and resolve discrepancies.
Review applicable accounting reports and accounts payable registers to ensure accuracy.
Communicate with other departments and vendors regarding invoice approvals and payment queries.
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing and reporting of all financial transactions.
Coordinate with Grants Management and oversee the grants accounting process, ensuring proper accounting of grant funds and compliance with grant requirements.
Develop and implement robust accounting systems and procedures to enhance accuracy and compliance within transit operations.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and industry-specific laws and standards related to transit and grants accounting.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, promoting excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Assess accounting systems, processes, and controls to ensure integrity, efficiency, and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years progressive accounting/finance experience, including 1 year of supervision of staff.
Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree
Related certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Actively demonstrate JTA’s Elements of a Leader (engaged, courageous, good communicator, empathetic, strategic thinker, etc.).
Proven management skills leading a team and executing upper management directives.
Ability to develop relationships that contribute to overall success.
Research and analysis to influence stakeholders and target markets.
Strong work ethic, collaboration, mentoring, and goal delivery focus.
Effective written and verbal communication with sensitivity, inclusivity, and equity.
Strong organizational, analytical, and tactical-thinking skills.
Initiative, integrity, and good judgment.
Stays current with accounting pronouncements, GAAP, GASB, FTA, and FDOT standards.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
The General Accounting Manager works primarily in an office environment with a typically quiet noise level. Extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required to respond to emergencies or meet operational needs. Note:
This document does not create an employment contract and is for informational purposes only. All employment offers are contingent upon pre-employment drug testing. Positions marked as Safety Sensitive may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. COOP Essential roles may be required to work as needed during Continuity of Operations activations. A valid driver’s license may be required as specified by the position. Acknowledgements
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Employees who require a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must notify JTA in advance to allow sufficient time for accommodations. Job postings and referrals: Referrals may increase interview chances.
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