Public Transportation Financial Technician

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision in the Public Transportation Section of the Local Programs Division, this position is responsible for monitoring, processing, and oversight of sub-recipient reimbursements, the financial aspects of planning contracts, developing fiscal reports and processing invoices in compliance with federal and state laws.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or related field OR educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school plus four years' experience in accounting or related field.
• Knowledge of federal regulations relative to the federally mandated planning activities.
• Familiarity with auditing, budgeting and funding administration processes.
• Ability to develop and review contracts between the Department and other entities.
• Ability to review and process invoices or claims for reimbursement.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports in an effective manner.
• Attention to detail.
• A criminal background check will be required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal regulations relative to the federally mandated planning activities desired.

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices by metropolitan planning organizations (MPO), public transit agencies, consulting firms, and railroads for federal and state funds, including the verification of dollar amounts and work completed.
• Ensure programs comply with applicable Department accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely processing of claims and reimbursements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding program and project claims and reimbursements.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and prepare correspondence related to Division project and program claims, reimbursements, and expenditures.
• Assist with monthly reconciliation of transit grant expenditures.
• Assist with quarterly reporting of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Milestone Progress reports, Federal Financial reports, and Federal Funding and Transparency Act reports.
• Process TransLease payments and maintain accurate records of transactions, balances, and payoffs.
• Assist with the organization and development of transit vehicle packages for FTA programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level