Staff Accountant

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Job Purpose Or Scope

Prepares income and balance Prepares basic financial reports under general supervision. Performs moderately complex activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger. This position is located in Chicago, IL and supports our Chicago Pace contract.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $56,000 – maximum $70,000 (DOE)

Job Purpose Or Scope

Prepares income and balance Prepares basic financial reports under general supervision. Performs moderately complex activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger. This position is located in Chicago, IL and supports our Chicago Pace contract.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $56,000 – maximum $70,000 (DOE)

Benefits Include

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for organizing monthly general ledger activity for input into the accounting system.
• Monitors account balances and makes necessary adjustments. Prepares journal entries.
• Prepares and processes documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Identifies and investigates problems with the accounting system on an as-needed basis.
• Works closely with the field to ensure accuracy of accounting information.
• Prepares income and balance sheet statements and various other accounting statements and reports for submission to the Department Lead
• Reviews and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
• Conducts special studies and develops or recommends accounting methods and procedures.
• Performs monthly bank reconciliations and account analysis.
• Reconciles assigned accounts and calculates depreciation/amortization expenses as needed.
• May assist with training and mentoring Accountants.
• Analyzes trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
• Analyzes financial reports and records, making recommendations for the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
• This is an IN-OFFICE position

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2 to 5 years of experience in an accounting department required
• Thorough knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with MS Office products
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Knowledge of automated account system, J.D. Edwards System is a plus

Physical Requirements

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.

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Drug-free Workplace

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully…