Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

 

We are proud to be recognized as:

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

 

We are seeking to hire candidates for our Sr Accountant (5023) - Accounts Receivable.    

 

Opening Date: 03/11/2026

Closing Date: 03/18/2026

Job Grade: SAM 38

Salary Range: $70,668.00-$88,348.00       

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Accounts Receivable
Responsible for preparing reimbursement requests for the Authority including all invoices for capital projects, along with third party contractor, tenant and miscellaneous invoices. Responsible for various general accounting duties, such as journal entries and account analysis.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Receivable

1. Prepare various financial journal entries during SEPTA’s monthly and annual financial close.
2. Prepare capital invoices for reimbursement from governmental agencies.
3. Prepare quarterly reports for submission to governmental agencies.
4. Review and approve third party invoices.
5. Issue rental invoices to SEPTA’s tenants and assist in resolving any discrepancies.
6. Maintain capital project database, including the setup and budget changes for projects along with dailymaintenance.
7. Maintain reports derived from capital project database for invoicing purposes.
8. Perform quarterly account analysis.
9. Prepare monthly and annual internal reports.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES CONT'D

1. Perform collection activities for outstanding receivables.
2. Prepare daily cash reconciliation.
3. Assist in quarterly and annual financial closing processes.
4. Process the posting of cash receipts to appropriate receivables and general ledger accounts.
5. Become familiar with the duties of the department manager and others within the department to serve asback-up, as needed.
6. Assist with ERP implementation, including data verification, testing, troubleshooting, and reporting.
7. Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as allapplicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affectingoperations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged topromote the safety of others.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Accounts Receivable

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3 years of experience in an accounting environment required.
• Strong working knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and Word required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent analytical ability required.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to accomplishing duties and goals required.

Why Join Our Team? Enjoy Outstanding Benefits!

✅ Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.

✅ Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.

✅ Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

✅ Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

✅ Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.

✅ Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgive