Accounting and Payroll Specialist

OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICATIONS REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS.

SALARY RANGE: $53,996.80 - $93,242.66 per year, depending on experience

THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RTC) OF WASHOE COUNTY, NEVADA, an integrated transportation agency that serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), transit authority, and street and highway construction agency invites applications for the position of Accounting and Payroll Specialist.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must submit:

• A completed RTC Employment Application
• A resume
• A letter of interest

Apply online: https://rtcwashoe.com/news/careers/application-form/

Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, the Accounting and Payroll Specialist performs a variety of routine accounting tasks and technical payroll accounting functions while maintaining accurate, complete, and organized accounting records.

This class is distinguished from the Accounting Specialist by the complexity of payroll duties assigned, the level of responsibility assumed, and the independence exercised.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Processing accounting transactions using computerized accounting software in an accurate and timely manner
• Maintaining benefits and time sheet tables and all aspects of confidentiality of employee, client information, and financial records
• Reviewing source documents and tracking invoices while monitoring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and RTC procedures and determining proper handling of financial and technical transactions
• Preparing bi-weekly payroll, preparing all related payroll and benefit reports, and preparing and submitting various financial and technical reports as required
• Researching, auditing, and analyzing accounting and technical transactions to resolve questions and validate data
• Maintaining records and files associated with accounting systems and purchasing requisitions
• Reconciling transactions and data according to policies, recording changes, resolving differences, reviewing accounting records, and correcting errors as required
• Assisting in the audit of vouchers payable and reviewing accounts payable for accuracy, proper coding, and discounts taken or missed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered, candidates must meet one of the following:

• Three (3) years of applicable accounting experience AND high school diploma or above
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Nevada Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) – 100% agency paid
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage on 31st day of employment (employee only premiums paid 100%)
• Generous vacation, sick, and personal leave
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Nevada does not have a state income tax, and we do not participate in Social Security.

ABOUT THE SELECTION PROCESS

All applications will be evaluated to identify candidates whose qualifications best match the RTC’s needs.

The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next phase, which includes:

• A panel interview
• Possible assessment exercises

The RTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.