Overview

Transdev North America is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit & shuttle services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and combat global warming. https://www.transdevna.com

Overview of Position:

The Accountant is part of the Corporate accounting team with the primary responsibilities of performing various general accounting trackers and accruals as well as the accounting for the payroll cycles and related reporting, for flex, hourly and salary workforce.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, prepare and post journal entries to recognize appropriate monthly expenses, such as legal and management fees and other departmental expenses

• Update and distribute weekly/monthly trackers to management on DSO and DPO

• Prepare financial data for additional reporting and analysis as required

• Prepare payroll entries with earnings and deductions

• Manage interface between payroll system (ADP) and general ledger (J. D. Edwards)

• Work closely with payroll departments to set up new pay groups, pay codes, and other transaction rules that will impact the interface

• Calculate and record journal entries for monthly payroll accruals for the Company

• Develop and maintain payroll system and processing schedules

• Investigation and adjustment of transactions occurring in the payroll system

• Perform monthly account reconciliations

• Assist in providing information to internal, external and third-party auditors

• Problem solve any payroll matters

• Other accounting duties as requested by management

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required

Experience :

• Two (2) to five (5) years recent experience in accounting and/or payroll accounting

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Experience and knowledge using ADP payroll system

• Experience in preparing payroll and tax reports, as well as answering payroll inquiries

• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel

• Experience with a large-scale ERP system, such as J. D. Edwards, is a plus

• Excellent communication skills required (both verbal and written)

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

Skills and Knowledge Preferred:

• Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent): <10%

About Transdev:

Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.www.transdevna.com

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 intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Locations USA-IL-Lombard

Posted Date 5 months ago (7/7/2023 1:35 PM)

Requisition ID 2023-27316

Position Category Administrative/Clerical/Payroll/HR/Accounting

Hiring Manager Truc Nelson

Company/Division Transdev Inc. (Corporate)