Operations Analyst General Accounting Fixed Assets

Job description

Operations Analyst General Accounting Fixed Assets












Job ID: 12212

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Location: New York, NY, United States



Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: General and Technical Accting

Date Posted: Jul 7, 2025




Description

JOB TITLE : Operations Analyst, General Accounting Fixed Assets

SALARY RANGE : $ 45,125 - $ 75,208

DEPT/DIV : Finance Services BSC

SUPERVISOR : Supervisor, General Accounting and Fixed Assets

LOCATION : 333 West 34 th Street, New York, NY 10001

HOURS OF WORK : 9 :00 am - 5:30 pm (8 hours/day)

DEADLINE : Open until filled
This position is represented by the Transportation Communications Union (TCU)




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.





SUMMARY :

This position is responsible for performing bank reconciliations for all MTA agencies.

This includes monitoring bank account activities to find discrepancies while communicating with Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Treasury to identify and resolve internal issues.





RESPONSIBILITIES :

+ Complete monthly bank reconciliations as assigned by the supervisor.



+ Maintain proper support for bank reconciliations.



+ Communicate variances and required correcting actions to Payroll and Accounts Payable after reviewing with the supervisor.



+ Follow up on outstanding reconciling items consistently and appropriately document responses

+ Ensure that all assignments are completed with the highest quality and within agreed upon time guidelines and key performance indicators.



+ Complete monthly account analysis as assigned by the supervisor.



+ Track and report the status of work.



+ Maintain an appropriate level of process, functional, and technical knowledge.



+ Support other team members.



+ Answer questions from management.



+ Comply with MTA policies, practices, and procedures.



+ Develop and update operating procedures and training materials as needed



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

+ 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 an appropriate team to resolve them.



+ Strong oral and written communication skills.



+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the BSC at all levels within and outside the organization.



+ Strong time management skills and 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.



+ Understanding of MTA Finance policies, practices, and procedures is preferred.



+ Familiarity with performance metrics and ability to meet identified targets preferred.



+ Working knowledge and use of office productivity tools (e.g., MS Outlook, MS Office applications) and web-based applications preferred.





EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Required :

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ A minimum of 1 year of experience in Accounting, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered



Preferred:

+ Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree with 1-year relevant experience in Accounting, Business, or related field

+ Experience in a shared service environment



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”).





WAGE PROGRESSION:

Step 1 – New WP 60%

Step 2 – New WP 70%

Step 3 – New WP 75%

Step 4 – New WP 80%

Step 5 – New WP 85%

Step 6 – New WP 90%

Step 7 – New WP 95%

Step 8 – New WP 100%



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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General