Analyst, Contract Performance (Finance)

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When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

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(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position is responsible for the financial aspects of the Commuter Rail concession agreement, with Commuter Rail operations/maintenance and capital budgets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes monthly and annual financial reports, account reconciliations, tracks concession agreement by funding source and tracks cost-sharing responsibility.
• Ensures accurate recording of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities in conformance with the concession agreement terms and the organization's accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepares and reports financial data and analyses in support of the organization's requirements and federal or other reporting requirements.
• Aids the Rail Operations department, Sr. Budget Analyst, Rail and the finance department on an as needed basis.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor degree in Business with emphasis in accounting or public administration.
• A minimum of four years of experience in technical accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in legal and procedural accounting. Proficiency in reporting and funding requirements of local, state, and federal agencies preferred.
• Proficiency in current General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in internal control procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to research, analyze and reconcile financial data.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and writing means.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.

OR:

• An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. The work environment is a typical office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

CAREER MAP:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be a Budget Analyst III or IV.

REPORTS TO: This position will report directly to the Senior Manager, Commuter Rail Contract Services.

POSTING OPENS: June 3, 2025

POSTING CLOSES: June 19, 2025

We are considering all applications for this position until the close date of June 19, 2025. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences within their resume at the time of application.

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at adarequests@rtd-denver.com, or the Talent Acquisition team at rtd.ta@rtd-denver.com. 

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Pay Range:

$84,407.00 - $119,224.25 Annual

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate's relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.