at Greater Peoria Mass Transit District - CityLink in Peoria, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Summary:
This position performs specialized tasks that support core accounting and finance functions, including account reconciliation, preparation of financial statements and reports, and assistance with audit processes. This role requires the application of specialized knowledge and the ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Process and document finance-related transactions, including tracking budget accounts and expenses, reconciling accounts, counting cash, and reviewing bank statements.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and assets on a monthly basis.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable as needed.
• Prepare basic financial statements, employee forms, accounting reports, spreadsheets, and operational summaries.
• Extract and analyze financial data to produce routine accounting reports and schedules.
• Receive, process, and code receipts, invoices, statements, payments, returned checks, fees, budget changes, and related documents.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial files and assist with annual audit preparation.
• Reconcile and record various financial documents such as worksheets, vouchers, deposits, sales receipts, and cashiering sessions.
• Retrieve and input fiscal and statistical data; perform research to resolve discrepancies.
• Compare system totals versus cash totals for cash management purposes.
• Maintain inventory records and oversee fixed asset tracking and auction documentation.
• Monitor and report on the financial status of active grants.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in accounting or finance, required.
• Personnel management experience is strongly preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for the right candidate.
Skills/Knowledge:
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Proficient in financial software systems and advanced-to-expert in Excel.
• Skilled in preparing financial and grant reports, performing account reconciliations, and supporting audit processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial and grant-related data clearly.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Physical Requirements:
• Duties performed primarily in a temperature-controlled office environment while sitting at a desk or computer most of the time. Occasional walking and standing.
• Requires stooping, reaching, bending, and lifting of office supplies and equipment.
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force for lifting and/or pushing, occasionally.
Travel:
• Occasional travel to local GPMTD properties is required.
• Occasional out-of-state travel may be necessary for training, conferences, etc.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
General Working Hours:
• Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (additional hours as needed).
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. At CityLink, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for both our employees and the communities we serve. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, association with a disabled person, marital status, reproductive health decisions, family responsibilities, military or veteran status, pregnancy or related medical conditions, citizenship, order of protection status, political affiliation, hair texture or style, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This applies to all terms of and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leave of absence, and compensation and training.
As part of our normal procedure for processing applications, inquiries may be made concerning information on an applicant’s work, driving, criminal, credit, and educational history. A pre-employment drug screen, background check, and reference checks are required. Employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. We are a Drug Free Workplace and conduct random testing. A physical examination, including range of motion, lift test, whisper test, eye test, and MVR review may be required depending on position. All job requirements in the job description indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested. Any disclosed pay range is based on a consideration of neutral factors and criteria such as required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, seniority, etc. The employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.
