Transportation Financial Specialist 2 - Kanawha Co.

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia is hiring a Transportation Specialist 2 in the Accounts Payable section of the Finance Division. The role will review and approve level two WVOASIS documents, train staff, and coordinate with personnel to resolve payment issues.

The position may involve auditing contract payments and other related duties as required. Typically the candidate will handle complex reconciliations, prepare reports, and supervise subordinate staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or substitution by accounting-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Classifies/codes transactions requiring substantial knowledge.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Job description

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

The Transportation Specialist 2 will report to the Accounts Payable section of the Finance Division. The position is performed under limited supervision. This position will review and approve level two of WVOASIS documents, train central and state-wide employees, coordinate with appropriate personnel to correct rejected documents and resolve issues preventing payment. Will assist with auditing and processing Request-Commodity Based (PRDC) contract payments, and other related duties as required.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Classifies/codes a variety of transactions that require considerable knowledge.


• Review and approve financial documents in WVOASIS.


• Complex reconciliations, transfers funds, and balances multiple accounts.


• Examines accounting records to assure adherence to accounting laws and regulations; verify calculations and ensure accuracy and validity of transactions


• Contact associates and administrators to resolve problems with more complex accounts.


• Makes recommendations on the development or revision of agency policies and procedures


• Train, lead, and/or review the work of subordinate staff.


• Leads others with difficult and/or complex financial work in general accounting.


• Creates and interprets varied reports, computer-generated materials, and related data.


• Travel may be required: Therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications

TRAINING/EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Substitution: Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, budget, or business may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or related experience.

Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience through an established formula.