Supervisor, Accounting

Description

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Financial Affairs is headed by the Chief Financial Officer and is divided into six groups: Financial Affairs; Treasury; General Accounting; Budget Management Analysis and Contracts; Grant Management; and Procurement Operations. The core mission of these groups is to provide accurate financial information so that Metra can run its business efficiently. Together these departments employ approximately 170 people.

Under direction, functions as first level supervisor overseeing the day-to-day activities of professional and clerical accounting staff, assisting the manager with the production of financial reports, implementing accounting policies and procedures, and performing special projects and related duties as required. Assign, supervise, and review the work of professional and clerical staff engaged in performing accounting functions. Review and process for final approval transactions, requisitions, refunds, bank deposits, and financial statements and supervises the preparation of reports. Analyze accounts to ensure entries are appropriately authorized and allocated, comply with contract agreements, and are in accordance with Metra, federal, and grant procedures. Monitor account balances for availability of cash flow and approves actions to meet financial obligations. Resolve complex accounting issues, supervise account reconciliations and close outs, and oversee the collection of information for audits. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.In addition to 1. above, must have four (4) years of professional accounting experience.Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.Considerable knowledge of mathematical principles and applications.Considerable knowledge of internal controls.Considerable knowledge of applicable computer software applications.Basic knowledge of supervisory and management principles.Strong organizational skills.Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Excel.Good interpersonal skills.Good oral and written communication skills.Ability to work in a detailed oriented fast paced environment.Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and courtesy.Ability to interact with individuals of all levels both within and outside of the organization.

Please note:

Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
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