Manager – General and Technical Accounting, NYCTA/MaBSTOA

This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.    

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Position Objective:

The Manager – General & Technical Accounting, NYCTA/MABSTOA, is responsible for supporting the accounting, financial reporting, regulatory, and other reporting processes for NYCTA and MABSTOA. This position will assist with the completion on a timely basis of all expense accruals, journal entries preparation, supporting schedules, and analysis to investigate and explain variances. In addition, this position will assist in responding to audit requests and other inquiries relating to NYCTA and MaBSTOA.

Responsibilities:

• Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department.
• Provide career development for subordinates.
• Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling.
• Responsible for the discipline/termination of employees when necessary.
• Review the performance of staff.
• Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and submission of NYCTA and MaBSTOA financial packages for quarterly and annual MTAHQ financial statement consolidation.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual financial statements for publication, monitor financial account analysis, and intercompany reconciliation.
• Work with various departments like the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Treasury, and Capital Accounting for financial analysis, accruals, and other accounting-related transactions.
• Support the monthly close by preparing journal entries with adequate support.
• Review trend reports and provide explanations for account variances.
• Generate, review, and reconcile reports.
• Complete various account analyses to support transaction amounts and account balances.
• Assist with internal and external auditor requests, review and provide proper supporting documentation and analysis to satisfy annual audits and other inquiries.
• Meet with auditors to discuss and resolve any questions and provide clarification as needed.
• Other duties or projects as assigned, including the implementation of new accounting standards and new reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft).
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft applications, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership abilities.

The Following is/are preferred:

• CPA certification and/or a Master’s degree in a related field.
• At least 3 years in a managerial and/or leadership role.
• Prior experience working in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.