Controller

Join a Mission That Moves Richmond

GRTC is uniquely integrated with the community and presents a range of opportunities from launching innovative new service designs and building large capital projects to expanding throughout the region and continuing to grow ridership. Joining GRTC also means moving to a vibrant capital city with a nationally renowned arts and culture scene, delicious food, and enormous potential. Located just ten minutes from downtown, GRTC’s headquarters powers 30,000 transit trips a day, with more routes & regional connections in development as well as a second bus rapid transit line that will complement the Pulse, our ITDP Bronze Medal-winning flagship system that serves as the spine of our network.

SUMMARY:

The primary duties of the Controller include managing the financial controls, financial reporting, compliance, and general ledger. Responsible for the management of general accounting, accounts payable, financial reporting, and annual audits. Acts as the leader in comprehensive knowledge of GAAP accounting standards and must ensure that the organization is following all relevant accounting principles and standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates all GRTC accounting functions through the planning and implementation of goals and objectives for the areas of general accounting, accounts payable, and external financial reporting.
• Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated operating expense and capital improvement funds results. Identifies, implements, and maintains proper accounting treatment for GRTC’s transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Government Accounting Standards.
• Coordinates the preparation of internal and external financial statements for issuance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis which allows proper monitoring of financial performance. Responsible for assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new processes. 
• Coordinates the activities of the external auditors and manages any financial system upgrades for GRTC. Responsible for evaluating, implementing, and maintaining the accounting and internal control system.
• Develops, maintains, and reports on key performance indicators that highlight the Accounting function's performance. Makes recommendations for improving operational efficiency and control.
• Develops, tracks, and communicates objectives and goals for Accounting personnel on an annual basis and manages the annual employee performance appraisal process. Provides timely feedback to all assigned direct reports regarding performance against objectives and goals on a quarterly basis.
• Performs various managerial tasks; interviews and recommends applicants for selection; assigns work; establishes performance expectations; provides training and employee development; provides guidance and advice regarding difficult issues; enforces safe work practices; evaluates employee performance; counsels employees; administers oral and written warnings and suspensions; recommends higher-level discipline and other personnel actions, such as reclassifications.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

In accordance with our mission statement, additional duties and/or tasks may be assigned to maintain seamless service for the agency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Education / Experiences / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with relevant experience required. 
• CPA, CMA, CFM, CIA, MBA, or MS in Accounting preferred.
• 10 years of experience in professional accounting, including general ledger, cash receipts, disbursement, and journals. Experience with operating budget preparation, monitoring budget expenditures, financial report preparation, forecasting revenues and expenses, and payroll preparation. 
• Financial management experience, including computerized accounting preparation, investments, and auditing, is required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• PC proficiency in Windows, Excel, Microsoft Office, Great Plains, FRX, Word, and other Financial Software systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

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

GRTC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER WHO VALUES DIVERSITY IN THE WORKFORCE