Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

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.    

Opening:

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 Deputy Director, MTA Bridges and Tunnels, is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and other reporting processes for MTA Bridges and Tunnels. This position ensures the integrity of the agency’s financial records and its assets by establishing processes, systems, and procedures in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB).

Responsibilities:

• Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department.
• Provide career development for subordinates.
• Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling.
• Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary.
• Review performance of staff.
• Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Oversee the monthly accounting close and financial reporting of the tolling programs.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely postings to the general ledger while overseeing systems and processes to ensure the fiscal integrity of the books and records.
• Manage the preparation of the agency’s Financial Statements, which includes Management Discussion and Analysis, Footnotes, and Required Supplemental Information.
• Manage the relationship with the internal and external auditors.
• Manage the coordination of net distributions under NYS Public Authority Law, and the audit of the year-end financial statements with the external auditors.
• Ensure that new accounting pronouncements are properly reflected, implemented, and disclosed in the financial reports.
• Direct the bond accounting, including premium/discount amortization, interest expense under the accrual method, and validation of monthly debt service funding.
• Ensure all Toll Revenues are properly recorded and accrued, and the related allowance for doubtful accounts is appropriate.
• Participation in various special projects for the Controller’s office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of accounting standards (FASB, GASB).
• Must have knowledge of financial computer systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization, including the MTA Board.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies.  External agencies may include the New York State, New York City governments, officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 8 years related experience, including at least 4 years in a department head and/or managerial and/or leadership role in a large, multi-faceted organization or governmental body preferred.

The Following is/are preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.

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.