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Summary:
Prepares or oversees the preparation of work papers and financial statements for the defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans NJ TRANSIT offers to its employees. Responsible for coordinating the audit of pension statements with the outside audit firm contracted. Also responsible for year-end financial statements and footnote preparations, including cashflow statement.
Roles and Responsibilities:
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Prepares or oversees the preparation of work papers and financial statements for the defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans NJ TRANSIT offers to its employees.
- Responsible for coordinating the audit of pension statements with the outside audit firm contracted. Financial statements must be completed on a timely basis to enable issuance to pension committees.
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Prepares or reviews the year end workpapers for statement of net position, changes in statement of net position, and cashflow statement for annual report. Follows up with auditors for the supporting schedules.
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Compiles, and in some cases prepares, the “Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements” in the NJ TRANSIT annual report. Ensures that all footnotes are supported by appropriate work papers and agree to the published financial statement figures. Responsible for assisting with the proofreading of the annual report.
- Performs account analysis for balance sheet accounts to ensure accounts are properly reconciled.
- Performs assigned duties during the monthly close including, but not limited to, preparation of journal entries and analysis, processing transactions, and research into significant budget variances.
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Performs all other duties as assigned
This Position Supervises:
Education, Experience and Qualifications / Knowledge & Skills Required:
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Bachelor degree in Accounting
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5 years’ experience in financial statement and footnote preparation.CPA firm experience preferable.
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Knowledge of computerized financial systems and Oracle General Ledger system.
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Must be proficient in general PC and office software applications including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, Access, and Power Point.
Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
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Knowledge of computerized financial systems and Oracle General Ledger system
Preferred:
Working Environment:
At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:
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Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
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Flexible Spending Account
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Life Insurance
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Paid Leave
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Tuition Assistance
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Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
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Retirement Plans
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401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
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401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
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457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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