Position Overview

The Financial Specialist performs administrative and accounting tasks. This position reports to the Administrative Manager but has discretion to carry out the functions of the job.

Essential Functions

• Assists Administrative Manager in performing internal financial functions;
• Receives, processes, and distributes LRHIP, Federal-aid, and LHSIP applications;
• Tracks and processes incoming electronic funds and checks;
• Prepares all internal and Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) forms for processing of invoices;
• Receives, reviews and processes accounts payable entries into accounting system;
• Performs Quality Control on employee expenses and enters expenses into accounting software;
• Processes vehicle mileage and expense logs;
• Prepares and processes monthly invoices to ITD;  
• Audits and processes design and construction consultant invoices for Federal-aid projects, ensuring invoices comply with contract and certified rate terms and ITD consultant services guidelines;
• Coordinates with consultants to verify documentation;
• Coordinates with ITD Records Inspectors and LHTAC staff to ensure invoices are processed and funds are allocated properly;Processes incoming and outgoing mail; Maintains inventory, manages sale and distribution of manuals and information; Trains new employees on office machine operation;
• Inventories and orders office supplies;
• Manages inventory of traffic counters;
• Creates and formats letters, documents, records, and files;
• Performs reception duties, greeting the public in person and by telephone, answering inquiries, and providing information;
• Assists with various Human Resources functions;
• Performs all duties following LHTAC policies and procedures.

Full Job Description – Financial Specialist (PDF)

This position will be open until filled. There is an immediate need, applicants are encouraged to apply immediately since interviews will occur as resumes are received.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to LHTAC@LHTAC.org.