Accountant III and IV

Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART); Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 61,284 - 83,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Retirement plan ERS

Pre-tax transportation benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) seeks a candidate to join its Budget and Finance team to perform professional accounting functions as a primary work assignment, and to work on various phases of a fiscal program. The authorized level is Accountant III, with possible filling at Accountant IV depending on qualifications.

Work is in the HART offices in Honolulu, Hawaii (no telecommuting) with typical 8‑hour shifts; relocation costs are not covered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent with major work in accounting.
• Two years of professional accounting experience for Grade III; three years for Grade IV.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting work for a fiscal program and related services.
• Work on various phases of the fiscal program under the Budget and Finance team.

Job description

About Us

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) is the public transit authority responsible for planning and constructing Skyline, Honolulu’s rail transit system. It is the first fully automated, driverless urban light metro system in the United States and represents the largest public infrastructure project in the history of Hawaii.

Duties Summary

HART is seeking a candidate to join its Budget and Finance team to perform professional accounting functions as a primary work assignment, along with related services, and to work on various phases of a fiscal program. The authorized level for this recruitment is an Accountant III; with the possibility of filling at the Accountant IV level based on the candidate’s qualifications.

Grade-Level Standards and Distinguishing Characteristics

Grade III

This class is distinguished by responsibility for performing professional accounting work for a fiscal program, where the accounting functions are of a complex nature and are performed in accordance with standard accounting practices and the policies and objectives of the accounting system.

Grade IV

This class is distinguished by its responsibility for performing the most difficult and complex accounting work for a fiscal program.

Minimum Qualification Requirements For The Class

Grade III

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in accounting and two years of professional work experience in accounting.

Grade IV

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in accounting and three years of experience in professional accounting.

License Requirement

None

Physical Requirement

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Benefits

This position is entitled to a comprehensive benefits package as provided by the City and County of Honolulu, including:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
• Generous vacation and sick leave, earning up to 21 days per year
• 13 paid holidays annually (14 days during election year)
• Retirement plan contributions through the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS)
• Deferred Compensation options to invest pre-tax income for retirement
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax transportation benefits, including TheBus and vanpool options
• Access to confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks include training opportunities and employer-funded Holo Card for eligible employees to use on public transit
• Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, supporting employees dedicated to public service

Schedule and Location

The work of this position is conducted in the HART offices in Honolulu, Hawaii (no telecommuting allowed) during typical 8-hour shifts. HART does not cover any relocations costs.

Job Type

Full-time, Contract

Pay

Grade III: $61,284 - $77,616/year
Grade IV: $66,324 - $83,976/year