Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

***This position is represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU)***

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week at managerial discretion and departmental obligations.

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.

Job Summary:

The Job Candidate is expected to have a well-rounded understanding of timekeeping calculations and entries as they relate to the calculation of employees’ payroll processing (including but not limited to, tax jurisdictions for Federal / NY State &  Local / Social Security & payroll deductions)  as well as the applicable general ledger entries to be able to perform all payroll-related tasks for a biweekly payroll and off-cycle payroll check processing and Year-end wage reconciliation for W-2 reconciliation and internal audits. It is also preferable if the candidate has had exposure to union and non-union work environments and contractual union agreements.

Competencies:

In addition, the candidate should be able to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Outlook / Teams / Word / Excel / PowerPoint). Also, familiarity with the PeopleSoft Payroll & H/R System is helpful, as well as the ability to run payroll queries and analyze payroll data. It is essential that the candidate possesses strong organizational skills / excellent communication skills (verbal and written) / and the ability to work well and interact with peers, management, and the employees that we serve. Significant emphasis is placed on the ability to adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board Rules.

Responsibilities:

Cross-training in all job functions is a requirement for continuity. Reporting any payroll issues and/or inconsistencies to management is mandatory. Exercising proper judgment in responding to inquiries while referring more complex issues to the appropriate individuals. Supports implementation of policies and procedures for the department. Providing transparency in written communications and open dialogue with all payroll matters as they arise, to payroll co-workers and management as it pertains to the job and/or work assignments is required while maintaining the confidentiality that working in a payroll department requires. Assist with special projects and implementations that relate to payroll and timekeeping functionality.

Required Education and Experience:

The candidate should have attained a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field or an equivalent combination of education from an accredited college and payroll/accounting experience in lieu of a college degree, with a minimum of 4 years of payroll-related experience.

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

According 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.