Accounts Payable Associate

The Accounts Payable Associate plays a crucial role in supporting the finance department at TARTA by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager, this position involves performing accounts payable tasks, record keeping, and contributing to the month-end process and year-end audit process.

One Team! One TARTA! The role of the Accounts Payable Associate will focus on supporting finance within a new TARTA. In 2026, TARTA adopted a new Strategic Plan 2026 - 2031, as well as new Mission and Vision statements to better capture the transformational journey underway. The Strategic Plan focuses on the customer experience, financial stewardship, operational excellence, and growth. This transformation is powered by a dedicated team of professionals in each department from the leadership team to every front-line (and behind the scenes) team member.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify purchase order and post accounts payables transactions to ledgers and databases.
• Regularly track, review and close purchase orders.
• Match, batch, code and pay vendor invoices.
• Participate in month-end close activities.
• Monitor and order office supplies for administrative office.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Perform routine clerical accounting duties within a fast-paced finance department, while adhering to established accounting standards.
• Assist with year-end audit requests.
• Execute accurate reporting and filing in multiple systems.
• Secures financial information and keeps information confidential.
• Continue training with classes, workshops, and networking events.
• Document and maintain Accounts Payable processes and operating procedures.
• Perform additional accounting tasks when needed that are applicable to the Finance Department.
• May require minimal driving to offsite locations and or postal locations

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate degree in accounting preferred
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail
• Reliability, dependability, and thoroughness
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems quickly

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Proficiency in mathematics
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience with ERP systems is advantageous
• Valid Driver’s License and insurable

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in accounting preferred
• At least 2 years of accounts payable and procurement experience preferred

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• TARTA is a drug-free workplace. All applicants are required to complete a drug test, which includes testing for marijuana. The use of marijuana—whether for recreational or medical purposes—is prohibited for all positions. Applicants who test positive or refuse to test will not be eligible for hire.

Special Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be satisfied by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. TARTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

The work environmental characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of a busy office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Physical Effort Required

The Accounts Payable Associate position requires continuous sitting (5.5 to 8 hours), occasional standing (0.25 to 2.5 hours), and occasional walking (0.25 to 2.5 hours). Occasional lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds (0.25 to 2.5 hours) is required, with no lifting/carrying of 20 pounds or more. Reaching above shoulder level and bending/stooping (0.25 to 2.5 hours) are also necessary. Fine manipulation is required frequently (2.5 to 5.5 hours). No driving or pushing/pulling required; moderate stress level.