Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Accounting Specialist – Accounts Payable

Under minimal supervision, this position performs technical accounting work involving the review, analysis, preparation, and maintenance of complex financial records, systems, and reports. Assigned to the Accounts Payable section, the Accounting Technician plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of financial transactions that support OCTA’s operations.

This is a non-exempt position in salary grade 155: Min – $28.88 | Mid – $34.50 | Max – $40.12/hour. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications. 

This posting will remain open until filled.

What You’ll Do

• Reconcile fund accounts and vouchers payable to maintain accurate financial balances

• Solicit, review, and analyze year-end accruals from departments for accuracy and completeness

• Monitor contract balances, encumbrances, and third-party purchasing interfaces; research and resolve exceptions

• Process monthly wire transfers, purchasing card transactions, and accrued sales tax payments

• Review invoices for contract compliance, spending authority, pricing accuracy, and sales tax requirements

• Audit invoices for purchase order receipts, billing accuracy, and retention terms

• Review employee travel and reimbursement reports for policy compliance and proper authorization

• Maintain and reconcile accounting records; prepare adjusting journal entries

• Generate and distribute payments, checks, invoices, and billings

• Research, interpret, and respond to complex financial inquiries

• Maintain organized electronic and paper records, including document scanning

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum of six years of experience preparing, maintaining, and reconciling financial records in an accounts payable environment

• Coursework in accounting or bookkeeping (preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and mathematical accuracy

• Ability to interpret complex financial information and apply policies and procedures

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Be a critical part of OCTA’s financial operations and fiscal accountability

• Work in a collaborative, professional environment that values integrity and accuracy

• Apply your technical accounting expertise to meaningful public-sector work

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career stability

Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued.Apply now to help support OCTA’s financial excellence and operational success.

OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status.