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Principal Accountant
Regional Transportation Authority
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), located in downtown Chicago, is currently accepting applications to fill the Principal Accountant position within the Finance, Innovation and Technology department. The RTA oversees financing, secures funding, and conducts transit planning for the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra, and Pace. The RTA manages these three Service Boards’ five-year capital programs. Also, to help riders with disabilities and older adults across Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties, the agency issues Reduced Fare and Ride Free permits, assesses eligibility for ADA Paratransit service, and oversees specialized travel training.
Under the direction of the Chief Accountant & Manager, the incumbent is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and monitoring funds and accounts related to the financial and operational performance of the Agency and Service Boards. Manage Accounts Receivable (A/R) for the RTA, generate accounting transactions, and reconcile records on the Custodial Fund, General Fund, Debt Service, Capital Project, Bond Proceeds and Transit Benefit Program. Assist in the maintenance of the Applications Studio and run BI FSM monthly and annual reports. Prepare account analysis, journal entries, financial statements, and reports; participate in annual audits and prepare audit schedules as required; assist in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); prepare OMB Circular A-133 Single Audit Report as required by Government Auditing Standards; prepare Cash Investments, GASB #40 and GASB #13 schedules as required by the Government Auditing Standards; and implement the GASB #34 government-wide financial report models and provide figures for the MD&A section of ACFR.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The RTA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Relocation is not available. For more information about the RTA, visit our website at https://www.rtachicago.org/.
Salary minimum to mid-point: $78,812.15 to $98,516.00
Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. RTA provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.
Salary Range: $78,812.15 to $118,218.77
Regional Transportation Authority Human Resources 25-PA 175 W. Jackson, Suite 1550 Chicago, IL 60604
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An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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The ideal candidate has the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent additional work experience. Master’s degree and/or CPA a plus.
Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in accounting in a comparable organization. Strong analytical abilities with sound knowledge of finance and accounting. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient with accounting software, preferably Infor Cloudsuite Financials, and Microsoft Suite (Work, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access). Must be able to work independently, plan and organize tasks, problem solve and complete projects in collaboration with various staff. Ability to adapt to change and multi-tasking required.
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