Accountant III and IV

Accountant Position at Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART)

HART is seeking a candidate to join its Budget and Finance team to perform professional accounting functions as a primary work assignment, along with related services, and to work on various phases of a fiscal program. The authorized level for this recruitment is an Accountant III; with the possibility of filling at the Accountant IV level based on the candidate's qualifications.

Grade III:

This class is distinguished by responsibility for performing professional accounting work for a fiscal program, where the accounting functions are of a complex nature and are performed in accordance with standard accounting practices and the policies and objectives of the accounting system.

Grade IV:

This class is distinguished by its responsibility for performing the most difficult and complex accounting work for a fiscal program.

Grade III:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in accounting and two years of professional work experience in accounting.

Grade IV:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in accounting and three years of experience in professional accounting.

License Requirement:
None

Physical Requirement:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

This position is entitled to a comprehensive benefits package as provided by the City and County of Honolulu, including:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
• Generous vacation and sick leave, earning up to 21 days per year
• 13 paid holidays annually (14 days during election year)
• Retirement plan contributions through the Employees' Retirement System (ERS)
• Deferred Compensation options to invest pre-tax income for retirement
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax transportation benefits, including The Bus and vanpool options
• Access to confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks include training opportunities and employer-funded Holo Card for eligible employees to use on public transit
• Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, supporting employees dedicated to public service

Schedule and

Location:

The work of this position is conducted in the HART offices in Honolulu, Hawaii (no telecommuting allowed) during typical 8-hour shifts. HART does not cover any relocations costs.

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Pay:
Grade III: $61,284 - $77,616/year Grade IV: $66,324 - $83,976/year