Senior Manager Financial Reporting - Capital

Job ID: 8545

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: General and Technical Accting

Date Posted: Aug 19, 2024

Description

JOB TITLE : Senior Manager Financial Reporting - Capital

SALARY RANGE : $115,107 - $124,724

HAY POINTS : 702

DEPT/DIV : Controller’s Office

SUPERVISOR : Deputy Director, Financial Reporting, General & Technical Accounting

LOCATION : 2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (7 1/2 hours/day)

DEADLINE : Open until filled

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

SUMMARY :

The Controller’s Office is charged with the responsibility of ensuring that all monies due the MTA are received in a timely manner, in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the various funding agencies. MTA’s external funding partners include the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), New York State Department of Transportation, New York State Division of Budget, and New York City Office of Management and Budget. This position prepares financial reports for the MTA’s Capital Program to support the requirements of the Controller’s Office as well as other departments such as Financial Operations, Financial Services , General Counsel, and Management & Budget.

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.

• Manage the data gathering in the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports and consolidated financial statements.

• Manage the preparation of Federal Financial Reports as required by federal funding agencies.

• Manage the requisition processes set forth by various NYS MOU’s covering several capital projects, including Penn Access and Belmont Redevelopment. Review and approve weekly requisition packages prepared by staff.

• Perform monthly reconciliation of the IMPACT Capital System to PeopleSoft General Ledger.

• Provide analysis and reports related to MTA Capital Program as requested by various departments such as Finance, Capital Program Funding, Treasury, Accounting, and Procurement.

• Coordinate with MTA IT on IMPACT enhancements by streamlining WebFOCUS reports to reduce manual program intervention.

• Manage the gathering and submission of audit requests, and resolution of audit issues.

• Establish and continually review internal controls to ensure policies and procedures are applied and significant risks are mitigated.

• Other duties as assigned.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Requires strong understanding of PeopleSoft financial system.

• Requires financial reporting skills including database query tools ( WebFOCUS ).

• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with all internal levels within a given organization.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks appropriately.

• 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.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business , Accounting, Finance or related field.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Accounting, Audit or Finance, which includes knowledge of automated financial systems.

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in Accounting, Audit or Finance group.

• Certified Public Accountant

  Preferred:

• This position requires a very strong understanding of the MTA and its Agencies including understanding the financials underlying all reports. Some work experience at both MTA HQ and/or MTA Agency would be highly desirable. Knowledge of MTA’s IMPACT capital system.

• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and 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 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.