Transit Coordinator – Financial Analyst

City of Conroe•Conroe, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
5 to 7 years grant administration experience with the Federal Transit Administration
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
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
Advanced MS Excel skills related to Data Analytics, Finance and Budget Planning
Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques
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
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
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
Must pass background check
Must pass pre-employment substance abuse screening
Motor vehicle record check may be required
Job-related doctor's physical exam may be required

Nice To Haves

MOS certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Post award grant and contract accounting activities
Analysis of contract reimbursements, increments, replacements, renewals, grant expenditure/revenue trends
Assists with budget preparation
Reconciliation of City's ledger in accounting systems
Managing the operation within the budgetary plan