ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Directs, plans, organizes, evaluates, and coordinates the activities of the Accounting Department staff members who perform accounting and statistical reporting duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue collection and deposit, payroll, cash management, bank account monitoring, account reconciliation, etc. by following generally accepted accounting principles and utilizing Trinity Metro's policies and procedures.

Provides for staff development and department coverage by cross-training the accounting staff.

Directs, plans, organizes, coordinates, and produces complete and accurate reports for management's use. Ensures that all federal and state agencies' financial reporting requirements are met and expedited through the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports complying with GAAP. Responsible for producing monthly, annual, and interim reports for management and executive review.

Coordinates and provides financial information for annual audits including financial audit, single audit, and National Transit Database audit; maintains records required to comply with the audit process and makes these records available for audit review.

Assists in the preparation of data for the National Transit Database Report (NTD) in accordance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA), GAAP guidelines utilizing Service Efforts and Accomplishments (SEA) indicators.

Administers Trinity Metro's fixed asset policies and procedures. Oversees the implementation of the annual fixed asset inventory; oversees the maintenance of Trinity Metro's fixed asset database.

Ensures the accurate recording of operating expenditures and reporting of capital and grant expenditures.

Develops, prepares, and administers the accounting annual budget.

Coordinates with other departments (Risk Management, Grants and Budget, Human Resources, etc.) regarding reporting needs such as workers' compensation claims and casualty loss claims, budget expenditure history, insurance premium deductions, etc.

Resolves customer issues related to accounting functions.

Coordinates with upper management and works independently on establishing departmental goals and objectives; establishes plans, processes, and procedures to ensure goal achievement. Keeps abreast of federal and state laws, regulations, etc. regarding the accounting functions.