Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Senior Operations Analyst General Accounting Fixed Assets
Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Operations Analyst – General Accounting Fixed Assets
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Senior Operations Analyst – General Accounting Fixed Assets
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Metropolitan Transportation Authority
JOB TITLE: Senior Operations Analyst – General Accounting Fixed Assets
SALARY RANGE: $49,562 – $82,603
DEPT/DIV: General and Technical Accounting
SUPERVISOR: Supervisor General Accounting
LOCATION: 420 Lexington Ave
HOURS OF WORK: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (8 hours/day)
***This position is represented by the Transportation Communication Union (TCU)***
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 purpose of this position is to perform reconciliation, accounting, and transaction processing activities related to the General Accounting and Fixed Assets functions for multiple Agencies. The Senior Operations Analyst, General Accounting and Fixed Assets, has thorough knowledge of one or more Finance areas, coaches less experienced team members, and guides process area procedures.
Responsibilities
Process and reconcile agency Payroll activity in the General Ledger
Process and reconcile monthly AP activity in the General Ledger
Perform monthly bank reconciliations
Prepare monthly Health and Welfare journal entries
Handle all phases of monthly agency account analyses & reconciliations
Gather, validate, and maintain data and other transaction inputs
Gather forms and track status
Enter transactions in PeopleSoft and the service request management tool
Provide satisfactory customer service by receiving, analyzing, researching, and seeking a resolution to assigned inquiries
Integrate across MTA Finance teams to document, research, and resolve basic issues and errors as assigned. Understand when to resolve or escalate to a supervisor
Perform/support cyclical processing and period end activities
Complete assignments as delegated by the supervisor
Comply with MTA policies, practices, and procedures
Develop and update operating procedures and training materials as needed
Understand the MTA vision, including how individual responsibilities fit into the long‑term strategies
Track and report the status of work
Maintain an appropriate level of process, functional, and technical knowledge and participate in training to continue to develop such knowledge
Support other team members as appropriate
Ensure that all assignments are completed with the highest quality and within agreed‑upon Service Level Agreement guidelines and Key Performance Indicator targets
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives as assigned
Participate in user groups as necessary
Required Qualifications
Possess knowledge of General Accounting principles
Working knowledge and use of PeopleSoft or related database software
Ability to process requests consistently with general supervision
Ability to assess problems and promptly resolve or identify appropriate team to resolve
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the MTA at all levels within and outside the organization
Strong time management skills and the ability to manage individual assignments
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Understanding of MTA Finance policies, practices, and procedures
Familiarity with performance metrics and the ability to meet identified targets
Working knowledge and use of office productivity tools (e.g., PeopleSoft, MS Office applications) and web-based applications
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum four (4) years' experience performing accounting, transaction processing, and reconciliation, or related OR a satisfactory combination of education and work experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor's or Associate’s Degree in Accounting with relevant experience in Business or related field.
Shared Services experience preferred
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.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Other
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Civil Engineering, Public Safety, and Truck Transportation
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Senior Operations Analyst – General Accounting Fixed Assets
role at
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
JOB TITLE: Senior Operations Analyst – General Accounting Fixed Assets
SALARY RANGE: $49,562 – $82,603
DEPT/DIV: General and Technical Accounting
SUPERVISOR: Supervisor General Accounting
LOCATION: 420 Lexington Ave
HOURS OF WORK: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (8 hours/day)
***This position is represented by the Transportation Communication Union (TCU)***
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 purpose of this position is to perform reconciliation, accounting, and transaction processing activities related to the General Accounting and Fixed Assets functions for multiple Agencies. The Senior Operations Analyst, General Accounting and Fixed Assets, has thorough knowledge of one or more Finance areas, coaches less experienced team members, and guides process area procedures.
Responsibilities
Process and reconcile agency Payroll activity in the General Ledger
Process and reconcile monthly AP activity in the General Ledger
Perform monthly bank reconciliations
Prepare monthly Health and Welfare journal entries
Handle all phases of monthly agency account analyses & reconciliations
Gather, validate, and maintain data and other transaction inputs
Gather forms and track status
Enter transactions in PeopleSoft and the service request management tool
Provide satisfactory customer service by receiving, analyzing, researching, and seeking a resolution to assigned inquiries
Integrate across MTA Finance teams to document, research, and resolve basic issues and errors as assigned. Understand when to resolve or escalate to a supervisor
Perform/support cyclical processing and period end activities
Complete assignments as delegated by the supervisor
Comply with MTA policies, practices, and procedures
Develop and update operating procedures and training materials as needed
Understand the MTA vision, including how individual responsibilities fit into the long‑term strategies
Track and report the status of work
Maintain an appropriate level of process, functional, and technical knowledge and participate in training to continue to develop such knowledge
Support other team members as appropriate
Ensure that all assignments are completed with the highest quality and within agreed‑upon Service Level Agreement guidelines and Key Performance Indicator targets
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives as assigned
Participate in user groups as necessary
Required Qualifications
Possess knowledge of General Accounting principles
Working knowledge and use of PeopleSoft or related database software
Ability to process requests consistently with general supervision
Ability to assess problems and promptly resolve or identify appropriate team to resolve
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the MTA at all levels within and outside the organization
Strong time management skills and the ability to manage individual assignments
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Understanding of MTA Finance policies, practices, and procedures
Familiarity with performance metrics and the ability to meet identified targets
Working knowledge and use of office productivity tools (e.g., PeopleSoft, MS Office applications) and web-based applications
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum four (4) years' experience performing accounting, transaction processing, and reconciliation, or related OR a satisfactory combination of education and work experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor's or Associate’s Degree in Accounting with relevant experience in Business or related field.
Shared Services experience preferred
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.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Other
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Civil Engineering, Public Safety, and Truck Transportation
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