Toll Traffic & Revenue Accountant - Hiring Immediately

SUMMARY:

Work performed by an employee in this classification requires a high degree of discretion and judgment. Work is performed with considerable independence, but subject to review by a professional superior for program effectiveness and conformance with established goals, objectives and policies that improve the efficiency of the Commission assigned projects and programs.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES:

Candidates must have a degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university plus at least 3 years of work experience in accounting. Experience in accounting system, account reconciliation, financial analysis, accounts payable, or related fields is preferred. Strong data analysis skill is required. Experience in E-Z Pass toll traffic and revenue tracking and analysis is a plus.

ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review E-Z Pass financial system including production of internal and external Toll Traffic and Revenue Reports using Electronic Toll Collection in lane reporting system, Customer Service Center software, and financial system or similar software, and regularly balance various reports among the different systems. Participate in month end and year end closings as needed. Perform ad hoc analysis of toll traffic, violations, Toll-by-Plate and E-Z Pass activities.

• Prepare and analyze toll traffic and revenue reports and statistics.
• Track transfer and processing of E-Z Pass/Toll-by-Plate transaction files and Toll-by-Plate image files.
• Perform ad hoc toll traffic and revenue trend analysis and forecast.
• Coordinate with E-Z Pass department/Toll Audit/Toll Operation to identify and solve issues related to toll revenue.

SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Track E-Z Pass/Toll-By-Plate transaction files and Toll-By-Plate image files transfer, review both Electronic Toll Collection in lane system reports and E-Z Pass Customer Service Center financial reports daily to ensure all transaction and image files are received and processed by E-Z Pass Customer Service Center.

1. Review monthly rejected transaction reports for both E-Z Pass and Toll-by-Plate transactions, track number of monthly rejected E-Z Pass transactions by home and away agencies, analyze various rejection codes for toll-by-plate transactions, and report issues to our E-Z Pass Customer Service Center back office and E-Z Pass in-lane system provider.

1. Review various Electronic Toll Collection in lane system reports and E-Z Pass Customer Service Center back office financial reports, perform data analysis, identify issues that impact toll revenue, report irregularities to Chief Financial Officer and Comptroller, coordinate with E-Z Pass Department / Toll Audit / Toll Operation, communicate with our service providers.
2. Assist with preparation of various ad hoc toll traffic and revenue trend analysis and forecast.
3. Track toll payments for super load and military convoy crossings.
4. Serve as a backup for the preparation of monthly toll traffic and revenue reports, including but not limited to, Comparative Statements of Toll Traffic and Revenue, and E-Z Pass Penetration Table.
5. Participate in month ending and help with journal entries related to toll revenue, payment collection, etc.
6. Assist in year-end financial audit and provide appropriate supporting schedules and related financial information.
7. Serve as a backup for Senior Accountant - Toll Traffic & Revenue when and where needed.

1. Assist in reconciliation of payments collected at our customer service centers as needed.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a strong working knowledge of accounting principles and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the position requires reconciliation of complex operating systems to general ledger. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Accounting, Financial and Budget Skills:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.

Knowledge of accounting procedures and methods, and the ability to apply them to difficult or complex transactions.

Ability to prepare financial and accounting records.

Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data.

Ability to compile, organize, interpret, and communicate accounting data and results in a concise format.

Communication / Interpersonal Skills:

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Skill in editing documents for correct grammar.

Skill in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively.

Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

Ability to work effectively within a complex organization structure.

Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.

Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Computer Skills:

Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.

Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database and word processing software.

Skill in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods, and other computer applications.

Ability to operate office machines, including adding machine, calculator, and personal computer.

Ability to operate personal computer with a general understanding of application software and understanding of the internet.

Reasoning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills:

Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data.

Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Ability to analyze and solve work related problems.

General Skills:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.

Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.

Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Candidates must have a degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university plus at least 3 years of work experience in accounting. Experience in accounting system, account reconciliation, financial analysis, accounts payable, or related fields is preferred. Strong data analysis skill is required. Experience in E-Z Pass toll traffic and revenue tracking and analysis is a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid New Jersey or Pennsylvania driver's license required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.