Public Transportation Financial Technician

Salary: $51,246 USD per year

Description

Posting closes on 10/27/2026

Under general supervision in the Public Transportation Section of the Local Programs Division, this position is responsible for monitoring, processing, and oversight of sub-recipient reimbursements, the financial aspects of planning contracts, developing fiscal reports and processing invoices in compliance with federal and state laws.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

• Review and process invoices by metropolitan planning organizations (MPO), public transit agencies, consulting firms, and railroads for federal and state funds, including the verification of dollar amounts and work completed.

• Ensure programs comply with applicable Department accounting policies and procedures.

• Ensure timely processing of claims and reimbursements.

• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding program and project claims and reimbursements.

• Maintain records, prepare reports, and prepare correspondence related to Division project and program claims, reimbursements, and expenditures.

• Assist with monthly reconciliation of transit grant expenditures.

• Assist with quarterly reporting of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Milestone Progress reports, Federal Financial reports, and Federal Funding and Transparency Act reports.

• Process TransLease payments and maintain accurate records of transactions, balances, and payoffs.

• Assist with the organization and development of transit vehicle packages for FTA programs.

Minimum Requirements

Education and experience : The educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or related field OR the educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school plus four years' experience in accounting or related field.

Knowledge, skills and abilities : Knowledge of federal regulations relative to the federally mandated planning activities desired. Familiarity with auditing, budgeting and funding administration processes. Ability to develop and review contracts between the Department and other entities. Ability to review and process invoices or claims for reimbursement. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task. Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports in an effective manner. Attention to detail.

Working conditions : Office environment.

("Accredited" means the educational institution or program is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized either by the United States Department of Education or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.)

A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may cause the applicant to be rejected or terminated from that position.

This position does not require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

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