Accountant

Orange County Transportation Authority•Orange, CA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Accountant performs professional accounting activities that support OCTA’s financial operations, grant accounting, and regulatory reporting. This role is responsible for preparing and reconciling financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the agency’s financial reporting and audit processes. This is a non-exempt position in salary grade 185: Min – $40.06 | Mid – $47.59 | Max – $55.11/hour. The starting salary will be within the established range based on qualifications. This posting will remain open until a candidate is selected.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of three years of professional accounting experience
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting practices
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience with grant accounting, governmental accounting, or public-sector finance

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain grant accounting records, including expense and revenue accruals, reconciliations, reimbursement requests, and financial reporting
Assist in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)
Perform month-end, quarterly, and year-end journal entries and closing activities
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies
Review grant-related invoices, cash receipts, and transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and funding requirements
Maintain accounting records and grant schedules to support accurate financial reporting
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
Perform financial analysis and prepare reports to support grant administration and accounting operations
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of accounting procedures and processes