Hybrid Public Sector Accounting Assistant

Thenovaauthority; Virginia (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Free parking

Fitness center access

Free coffee/tea bar

Job summary

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our finance team. This hybrid role supports accounts payable, reconciliations, financial recordkeeping, and reporting, contributing to critical transportation programs in Northern Virginia.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of accounting or financial support experience. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is preferred; strong organization and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial support experience; local government or public-sector experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping practices.
• Experience with accounts payable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with financial management or ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice verification, payment processing, and maintenance of related accounting records.
• Serve as the primary record keeper and reconciler for corporate credit cards, transit accounts, toll devices, and other prepaid accounts.
• Review employee reimbursement requests for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with NVTA policies and procedures.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Maintain fixed asset records and assist with asset tracking and documentation.
• Review, track, and maintain documentation for IRS Form 1099-reportable transactions.
• Support annual financial audits and financial reporting activities by preparing and organizing supporting documentation.

Skills

Accounts payable

Reconciliations

Financial reporting

Excel

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our finance team. This hybrid role supports accounts payable, reconciliations, financial recordkeeping, and reporting, contributing to critical transportation programs in Northern Virginia.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of accounting or financial support experience. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is preferred; strong organization and attention to detail