Principal Accountant: Grants, Projects & Capital Billing

NJ TRANSIT; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Family Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plans

401(a) - Retirement plan with 6% employer contribution

401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to 3% company match

457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT is seeking a Principal Accountant to oversee project accounting and capital billing. This role involves ensuring accurate recording of project costs, monitoring budgets, and collaborating with project managers on financial matters.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and five years of experience in financial systems. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of recent experience in Accounting and Financial systems.
• Experience working with grants and/or contracts accounting is preferred.
• Good understanding of general accounting concepts and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial aspects of project accounting and capital billing.
• Ensure timely recording of project costs and monitor budgets.
• Collaborate with project managers to provide financial insights.

Skills

Intermediate Microsoft Excel

Access skills

Word skills

Knowledge of the Capital Project Accounting System (CPAS)

Strong ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Job description

NJ TRANSIT is seeking a Principal Accountant to oversee project accounting and capital billing. This role involves ensuring accurate recording of project costs, monitoring budgets, and collaborating with project managers on financial matters.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and five years of experience in financial systems. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.