Transit Coordinator – Financial Analyst

cityofconroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Free pool/recreation center membership

Job summary

The City of Conroe is seeking a Transit Coordinator - Financial Analyst to perform transit planning, grant accounting, and budget reconciliation within the Transportation Department.

You will handle post award grant and contract accounting activities, analyze reimbursements and renewals, and assist with budget preparation and ledger reconciliation, ensuring compliance with FHWA/FTA rules. The starting salary is $65,085 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field with 7+ years of experience.
• 5+ years grant administration experience with FHWA/FTA/FAA alignment.
• Experience with municipal/state/federal transit planning and management.

Responsibilities

• Post award grant and contract accounting activities.
• Analyze contract reimbursements, increments, replacements and renewals.
• Assist with budget preparation and ledger reconciliation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Data analytics

Budget planning

Risk assessment

Leadership

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/BA/Public Administration)

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Transit Coordinator - Financial Analyst is responsible for performing a variety of transit planning, coordination and administrative duties for the Transportation Department. The job assignment includes, not limited to: post award grant and contract accounting activities, analysis of contract reimbursements, increments, replacements, renewals, grant expenditure/revenue trends, and assists with budget preparation and reconciliation of City's ledger in accounting systems. Work is performed with considerable independence within the framework of established procedures, City and departmental policies and managing the operation within the budgetary plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Requires the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and/or Public Administration. At least 7 years of applicable experience in the field. Five years of experience with a municipal, state, and/or federal agency in transit planning and/or management, and/or processing documents (paper or electronic) to meet FHWA, FAA, FRA, and/or FTA requirements.

Special Requirements:

5 to 7 years grant administration experience with the Federal Transit Administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of Federal and State funding requirements. Knowledge of principles and practices of transit planning.
• General expertise required in risk assessment and process improvement, as well as a high degree of communication and problem-solving skills. Experience in an auditing and internal compliance role.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of Statutory accounting principles.
• Must have advanced MS Excel skills related to Data Analytics, Finance and Budget Planning. MOS certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques required.
• Independent worker and analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve complex problems.
• Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership. People Management, Dealing with Complexity, Developing Budgets, Requirements Analysis, Operations Research, Developing Process Standards, Legal Compliance, Technical Leadership, Quality Management, Financial Planning and Strategy.
• Strong knowledge about rules and regulations pertaining to the industry of work. Excellent observation and analytical skills. Ability to keep in touch with new rules and regulations. Must have a high level of precision in work. Must maintain good interpersonal relationships with industries and government bodies.
• Must be able to maintain positive working relationship with internal and external customers, outside agencies, vendors, contractors and general public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and diplomacy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, crouching, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, talking, and walking.

BENEFITS

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• paid time off
• free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.