Accounting Program Manager

Valley Metro RPTA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Metro RPTA seeks an experienced accounting leader to manage complex programs, provide advanced financial analysis, and ensure accurate reporting while enforcing internal controls. The role supports improvement of processes and internal systems, including bank management tasks.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, with supervisory responsibilities preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Five years of progressive accounting experience including government or general accounting.
• Experience in auditing coordination, grants/compliance, capital assets, and AP/AR.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily accounting program activities to ensure accurate timely work.
• Review, analyze, and process complex accounting transactions; prepare journals and reconciliations.
• Coordinate general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cash management, month-/year-end close.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports, schedules, and supporting docs; identify variances and risks.
• Develop and improve accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial systems.
• Provide guidance and training to staff, auditors, vendors; coordinate audit documentation.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Audit coordination

Grants/compliance

Capital assets

Accounts payable/receivable

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Job description

Manage and coordinate complex accounting programs and functions; team leadership; perform advanced accounting analysis; ensure accurate financial records and reporting; maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and requirements; manage banking; and support continuous improvement of accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.

The full salary range for the position is ($79,968.24 - $119,952.35) with an anticipated starting salary between entry ($79,968.24) and midpoint ($99,960.30) of the range. It's essential to note that the actual salary offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and internal equity considerations.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including experience in one or more of the following:

• General or governmental accounting
• Auditing or audit coordination
• Grants or compliance
• Capital assets
• Accounts payable or accounts receivable

Lead or supervisory experience is preferred and my be required depending on assignment.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to the selection process

Licensing, Certification and Other Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, including:

• Background investigation including credit check
• Valid Arizona driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under Valley Metro's Vehicle Insurance Policy

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills:

The following functions are intended to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.

• Manage and coordinate the daily activities, priorities, deadlines, and deliverables of an assigned accounting program or function to ensure accurate and timely completion of work
• Review, analyze, and process complex accounting transactions; prepare and post journal entries; perform and review account reconciliations; research discrepancies; and maintain accurate financial records
• Coordinate assigned accounting processes, including general ledger activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, financial reporting, month-end close, year-end close, system configuration and related accounting functions
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports, schedules, statements, and supporting documentation; identify trends, variances, errors, and financial risks; and provide recommendations to management
• Develop, review, and improve accounting procedures, internal controls, financial systems, and work processes to promote accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and reliable financial information
• Provide technical guidance, training, and assistance to employees, departments, managers, auditors, vendors, and other stakeholders; coordinate audit documentation and responses; and perform special projects and other related duties as assigned
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

In addition, when assigned to General Accounting:

• Manage and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, bank management, ERP system configuration, bank reconciliations, credit card payment activity, wires, and related financial transactions
• Coordinate construction invoice and payment processes, including reviewing contractor submissions, verifying available funds, monitoring purchase orders, and ensuring transactions are properly coded and recorded
• Coordinate sales tax receipts and debt-service payments, including calculating principal and interest payments, preparing distribution information, initiating transfers, and reconciling related transactions

In addition, when assigned to Financial Reporting and Capital Assets:

• Coordinate the preparation of the Agency's annual financial statement reports and related schedules in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and governmental accounting standards
• Coordinate external financial statement and federal program audits by preparing requested documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and assisting with the resolution of audit issues
• Oversee accounting activities related to capital assets, construction-in-progress, leases, and subscription-based information technology arrangements, including reviewing additions, disposals, analysis, reconciliations, and related journal entries

In addition, when assigned to Grants and Compliance:

• Track and reconcile grant-related expenditures, reimbursements, invoices, and financial records to ensure costs are properly documented, allowable, and consistent with grant requirements
• Prepare and submit grant financial reports and reimbursement documentation in accordance with funding-agency requirements, applicable regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Monitor changes to federal regulations and grant requirements; provide guidance and training to project staff; support grant audits; and conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and compliance risks

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment with routine use of computers and office equipment. The position is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods, with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 10 pounds.

Essential functions may include sitting, standing, walking, reaching, handling, manual dexterity, visual concentration, hearing, speaking, and operating computers and office equipment. Work may involve detailed or time-sensitive assignments, multitasking, changing priorities, occasional irregular schedules or overtime, and collaboration with others.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer