Finance & Payroll Coordinator

Jackson Area Transportation Authority; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Area Transportation Authority is seeking an experienced finance administrator with strong accounting or finance background. The role includes accounts receivable, payroll, invoicing, and journal entries in a busy municipal setting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a MI driver’s license, with responsibilities extending to month-end close, audits, and procurement support. On-site work in Michigan is expected.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• PREFERRED: Four years of increasingly responsible accounting experience including two years of program/project management and/or management experience.
• Possession of a valid MI driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors in a professional manner.
• Screen and direct incoming calls in the administrative office.
• Prepare Accounts Receivable invoices and balance.
• Process and pay open invoices; record and file payments.
• Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll, including payroll taxes and direct deposits.
• Assist with month-end journal entries and year-end audit preparation.
• Maintain EFT, ACH, and charge card deposit logs.
• Distribute and maintain purchase orders.
• Oversee vault room activities: count vaults, prepare deposits, balance daily counts.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Finance experience

Communication skills

Bookkeeping

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Jackson Area Transportation Authority is seeking an experienced finance administrator with strong accounting or finance background. The role includes accounts receivable, payroll, invoicing, and journal entries in a busy municipal setting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a MI driver’s license, with responsibilities extending to month-end close, audits, and procurement support. On-site work in Michigan is expected.