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Principal Accountant - Payroll Deductions

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NJ Transit

Newark, NJ (In Person)

$91,006 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/8/2026

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Job Description

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time, and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Monitors the accounting, reporting and control of financial data to ensure the accurate maintenance and reporting of expenditures in accordance with
NJ TRANSIT
policy and procedures, federal and state regulations, and GAAP. Participates in the implementation and development of
NJ TRANSIT
policies and procedures to maintain consistency, improve methodology and efficiency of accounting operations. Prepares and distributes detailed reports for all levels of management to facilitate the flow of financial information and/or resolution of problems related to accounting. Reviews expenditures either by request of management or predetermined guidelines established by management, to ensure that all expenses are properly recorded. Responsible for accurate and timely disbursements and reporting to third parties, including processing the weekly and monthly interface files to Accounts Payable. Performs and reviews analyses of selected general ledger accounts; identifies and resolves reconciling items and accounting issues on a timely basis. Provides oversight direction to lower level accountants in the performance of specific tasks or special projects.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related Five (5) years of applied accounting experience, preferably in Payroll. At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package: Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Prescription, Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account Prescription Life Insurance Paid Leave 401(a) and 401(k) Retirement Plans--up to 9% employer contribution Tuition Assistance Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE)
NJ TRANSIT
is an
Equal Opportunity Employer Location:
Newark, N.J.
Salary Range:
$52,000 to $122,000
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