Accountant

A transportation client is looking for an Accountant

Location: 600 South Main St., Orange, CA 92868Position: Accountant (Grants/General Ledger) Pay Rate: $40-42/hr Duration: 3 monthsMonday to Friday (8am to 5pm PST)Onsite

SUMMARYUnder general supervision, performs professional accounting activities which support the preparation, recordation, and reconciliation of accounting/business transactions

CORE COMPETENCIES & REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.

Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.the quarterly and annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) in conformance with state law and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).as grants related liaison and works with the internal and external auditor on the SEFA portion of the annual audit.grant-related post-award accounting functions such as expense and revenue monitoring, accounts reconciliation, reimbursement requests, fiscal and financial reporting.and maintains grant accounting including a review of monthly program reports, and communicates with Project Managers and Grant &Department on grant status.month-end, quarterly and year-end journals/closing activities for grants and other assigned accounts, such as accruals.other accounting and financial reporting for grants as needed.to the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).in monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts.accounting records to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other special requirements.backup support to the Daily Cash Deposit Report, interest income allocations, and cash deposits.

Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis andproblem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.validity and allocability of charges to various accounts and the adequacy of GL records.and analyzes invoices and cash receipts related to grants expenses and revenues to determine compliance with GAAP, rules, regulations, provisions, and policies.Grants Management System with Period of Service of the applicable expenses.transactions and prepares periodic reports of activity; computes mathematical and statistical data for various financial reports.ad-hoc financial analysis in response to grants.

Learning Agility: Seeks feedback actively and strives to improve based on that feedback. Strive for continual improvement.interprets, and applies laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and grants.for Results: Operates with speed and intensity, translates long-term goals into immediate actions.SEFA schedules and performs monthly grants reconciliation with general ledger.to the development and maintenance of accounting procedures.required schedules and assists independent auditors during the annual internal and external audits.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE degree in Accounting or related field with a minimum of three years of professional experience in accounting.in governmental administration finance/accounting or grants managementreporting is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Positions in this class typically require:may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.

About our Client:Orange County’s primary transportation agency. Client was formed in 1991 through the consolidation of seven separate transportation agencies

This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.

About APR:Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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