Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

JOB TITLE:                                         Accounting Analyst/Senior Accounting Analyst

DEPARTMENT:                                  General and Technical Accounting

CLOSE DATE:                          Until filled

100% HOURLY RATE:                    $41.38/ 48.50* (See Wage Progression Chart)             

POSITION CLASSIFICATION:      Non-Safety Sensitive

LOCATION:                                        Queens          

REPORTS TO:                    Supervisor – General Accounting

HOURS OF WORK:  8-hour workday

UNION AFFILIATION:               Transportation Communications Union (TCU-EXC5)             

SUMMARY:

Accounting Analysts / Senior Accounting Analysts in the General Accounting area are responsible to assist in the accounting, reconciliation and reporting of the Long Island Rail Road Financial Statements and ensure completeness of accounting records, documentation and account balancing. The incumbent will be responsible for preparing journal entries, reviewing and analyzing accounting transactions, assist with the preparation of audited financial statements and disclosures, develop and maintain report databases, and prepare various financial reports for distribution to management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the month-end and annual accounting close. Prepare general ledger monthly account analysis and schedules. Determine/resolve discrepancies and prepare various journal entries including payroll accruals, RUIA journals, inventory journals and other correcting journal entries as needed.
• Responsible for financial data interfacing with PeopleSoft and investigating and resolving various accounting issues. Ensuring essential financial data required for monthly general ledger closing is accurately reported and available in the PeopleSoft system.
• Reconcile, report, and validate Inter-Company accounts between other MTA agencies.
• Reconcile and analyze the claims and suits activity processed by the Law department.
• Prepare and record monthly rental revenue and resolve reconciling items between agency records and Yardi reports.
• Prepare weekly payroll journal entry and reconciliation.
• Process data validation and resolutions.
• Responsible for Equipment rate and H&W rate calculation.
• Responsible for adding and updating Equipment rates, Location codes, Job codes and DOE codes.
• Assist with annual issuance of the audited financial statements, including preparing required footnotes, supporting schedules and account analysis required for financial reporting.
• Provide information as needed for internal and external audits.
• Participate in the year end accrual process.
• Researching, reviewing, and applying upcoming GASB statements.
• Review lease procurement contracts and purchase orders to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Process project and miscellaneous billing, cost adjustments, prepare billing reports and invoice package with supporting documents and assist in cash collections.
• Take lead interfacing with BSC, Project Management, Budgets, Operations, IT as well as internal and external customers to investigate and resolve various accounting issues and ensure essential financial data is accurately reported and available in the accounting system.
• Create and perform PeopleSoft queries to assist with the monthly close and analysis.
• Reconcile, report, and validate materials in the inventory systems.
• Manage Work Order Request and coordinate information with Operations and BSC.
• Process fixed asset capitalization and retirement.
• Responsible for various accounting code updates.
• Support Accounting Managers and Supervisors.
• Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of accounting systems and procedures. (i.e., PeopleSoft).

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Access, Excel - use of pivot tables & v-lookups, Word and PowerPoint).
• Excellent quantitative, analytic and deductive reasoning capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management and external contacts.
• Strong ability to take control of assigned tasks with limited supervision.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong ability to prepare accurate work papers, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• MBA in Accounting or Finance
• CPA

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Accounting Analyst:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.

• One to three years accounting, finance or similar experience including database management and reporting; along with financial analysis and reconciliations.

Senior Accounting Analyst:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• A minimum of four years accounting, finance or similar experience including database management and reporting; along with financial analysis and reconciliations.

PAY, BENEFITS, & WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer competitive salaries and an excellent, comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Full Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Care
• Life Insurance
• Comprehensive Sick Leave Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Vacation/Personal Leave Days
• Transportation Pass Privileges
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement
• Pension Plan
• In-house training seminars

WAGE PROGRESSION FOR NEW EMPLOYEES HIRED AFTER 09/24/2014:

• 80% - 1st 365 Calendar Days
• 80% - 2nd 365 Calendar Days
• 85% - 3rd 365 Calendar Days
• 90% - 4th 365 Calendar Days
• 90% - 5th 365 Calendar Days
• 95% - 6th 365 Calendar Days
• 100% - After 2,190 Calendar Days

WAGE PROGRESSION FOR EMPLOYEES HIRED ON OR PRIOR TO 09/24/2014:

• 80% - 1st 365 Calendar Days
• 85% - 2nd 365 Calendar Days
• 90% - 3rd 365 Calendar Days
• 95% - 4th 365 Calendar Days
• 100% - After 1,460 Calendar Days

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”).

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance.  Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process.  A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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