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:

This position plans and directs the activities of Fixed Asset and Inventory for all agencies.  Major activities comprise capitalization, disposal, and reporting of Fixed Assets and the Accounting for Inventory, as well as systems enhancements project responsibilities. Provides accurate and timely information for the accounting close and financial reporting, interacts with internal and external Auditors and other parties.

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 the performance of staff. 
• Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Directs the activities for capitalization assessments, accounting, reporting, and controls of Capital Assets.
• Directs the activities for the accounting and financial reporting for Inventory.
• Monitor and assist staff on work assignments throughout the month, troubleshoot issues, and work with staff to resolve them. 
• Develop clear lines of communication to ensure the department is in a position to meet its goals.
• Development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to Fixed Assets and Inventory accounting and reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Corporate policies and goals.
• Establish system controls and develop procedures to improve existing systems.
• Prepare, review, and update Financial Statement Footnotes and Required Supplemental Information preparation and analysis.
• Works with internal and external auditors to ensure reporting, processes, and controls.
• Participates in special projects upon request.
• Entails working with all levels of management outside of the department on special assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting principles.
• Must have knowledge and experience using large company financial systems (i.e., PeopleSoft, SAP).
• Strong leadership skills to effectively direct and motivate staff.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Excellent quantitative, analytic, and deductive reasoning capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Hyperion or comparable applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to adhere to deadlines to ensure accurate and efficient reporting of data.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting regulations and thorough knowledge of accounting practices.
• Ability to monitor and manage results against audit and control procedures.
• Knowledge of database design as it relates to financial systems.
• Working knowledge of an automated financial system.
• Self-starter with the ability to learn and document financial and operational processes without supervision.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced/high-pressure environment.
• Ability to understand and interpret contracts to manage financial compliance.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge of Financial Accounting and Reporting.
• Minimum eight (8) years of managerial experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a general accounting function, in which includes in-depth knowledge of automated financial systems and dealing with technical issues. 
• Minimum five years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

The Following is/are preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related field or CPA 
• 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.