Manager of Accounting and Payroll

Company Information: Regional Transit Service (RTS) is a regional transit authority established by New York State with more than 1,000 employees who proudly serve customers and business partners in Monroe, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Recognized as one of the best-run transit systems in the nation, RTS partners with the community it serves to provide vital, safe, and sustainable transportation services to nearly 8 million people each year. We carry out our mission by connecting our customers to jobs, school, healthcare, shopping, and recreational activities every day. JOB SUMMARY: The Manager of Accounting and Payroll oversees all financial reporting, audit coordination, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. This role provides strategic leadership to the accounting team, directs statutory reporting requirements, and fosters strong internal controls while supporting staff development and performance excellence. This is a hybrid position working out of Rochester, NY. REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer SUPERVISES:Senior Accountant, Accountant, Supervisor of Payroll, Supervisor of Accounting, and Courier COMPENSATION: $77,000-$85,000 annually (depends on experience) BENEFITS INCLUDE: Staying Healthy: Medical, Dental,and Vision (Dental & Vision currently free), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Feeling Secure: Disability Insurance, Pension Plan, NY State Deferred Compensation Plan, Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Accident Insurance, Group Specified Disease Insurance and Hospital Insurance Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO:3 weeks + 2 days grantedupon hire; accrue additional time after 1 year), Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Verizon Wireless Discount, On-site Fitness Center open 24/7, Employee Wellness Program, Culture & Inclusion Council, BJ's Wholesale Club Discount, and more! Click here to view current medical plan rates! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervision and Management Directs, monitors, and evaluates the performance of direct reports while providing clear project and task allocation and ensuring effective coordination of activities. Identifies training needs, establishes development goals, and supports staff growth through coaching, mentorship, and appropriate personnel actions. Fosters strong communication by providing timely updates and upward reporting to senior leadership. Financial Reporting and Audit Directs the monthly and annual general ledger closing process to ensure timely delivery of accurate internal financial statements within required timeframes. Serves as primary liaison with the independent auditors and provides effective two-way communication regarding audit progress toward completion. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Statutory Reporting Direct the preparation and submission of the annual National Transit Database (NTD) report and work with NTD analyst to address follow up inquires Review all other required periodic reports, including quarterly New York State Operating Assistance (STOA) filings. Accounts Payable Oversee the vendor disbursement cycle for all operating companies in a manner that assures timely payment for goods and services. Accounts Receivable Oversees the billing and collection cycle for all sources of revenue, including business partnerships and governmental entities. Monitors the effectiveness of the collection of amounts outstanding and directs appropriate follow-up efforts as needed. Payroll Oversees the administration of all payroll, along with related payments and filings, to ensure timely and accurate completion. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or business-related field, preferred. Three (3) or more years of accounting and payroll-related experience, with a minimum of three (3) years supervising staff and overseeing department operations. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Strong accounting knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of GAAP. Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), HRIS/HCM systems (UKG preferred), and web-based applications; ability to serve as system administrator. Excellent judgment, critical thinking, and strategic business insight; ability to work independently with minimal guidance while applying established policies and precedents. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; customer serviceoriented and effective at all organizational levels. Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management; skilled at balancing multiple priorities under pressure. Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit while using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to walk, talk, hear, see, and use a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may occasionally be required to travel commercially. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship and/or immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law. RGRTAwill make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.