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JOB TITLE: Financial Analyst Levels I, II, and III
POSTING NO. 14789
JOB SUMMARY:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide varying levels of support and analysis to the Management and Budget Unit. The Financial Analyst role is responsible for assisting in the development, administration, and oversight of all labor and non-labor categories of the Bridges and Tunnels operating budget.
POSITION AT MTA HEADQUARTERS
The MTA is North Americas 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 nations largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined.
WORK LOCATION
2 Broadway
FULL/PART-TIME
FULL SALARY RANGE:
Level I: $61,444 - $72,964
Level II: $77,050 - $82,347
Level III: $86,700 - $96,313
DEADLINE: Until filled
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
OPENING
The MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities. The Financial Analyst role is an integral part of this effort, providing critical support to the Management and Budget Unit.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Financial Analyst Levels I, II, and III provide varying levels of support and analysis, depending on the level, to the Management and Budget Unit. The Financial Analyst role is responsible for assisting in the development, administration, and oversight of all labor and non-labor categories of the Bridges and Tunnels operating budget.
KEY ACTIVITIES
- Assisting in the development of the labor expense budget
- Producing critical headcount and overtime reports
- Working with departmental budget heads and liaisons on developing their operating and programmatic budgets
- Coordinating the preparation and delivery of all agency budget submissions to MTA Headquarters
- Assessing the appropriateness and funding availability for departmental expense requisitions
- Tracking and analyzing expenses for operating budget development, monthly reporting, and ad hoc analytical projects
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop budgets and projections for future years for the departments of Operations, Maintenance, Law, Revenue Management, and others as needed
- Track actual expenses for non-labor categories against the budget, investigate differences, and provide variance explanations
- Undertake economic, revenue, and/or expenditure research projects as needed
- Contribute to the writing and production of the Year-End Report, Annual Reports, Financial Plan narratives, and other materials
- Assist in the development and monitoring of the personnel budget, including capital reimbursable hours
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Analyst - Level I
- Demonstrated proficiency in or ability to learn the Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn organizational and presentation skills
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn to work with all internal levels within a given organization
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn, communicate, and interact well with external agencies
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible
- Proficiency in and/or ability to learn analytical and/or quantitative skills
Analyst - Level II
- Demonstrated proficiency in or ability to learn the Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Knowledge of Multidimensional Database Management systems, such as Hyperion Essbase or related systems
- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must have demonstrated ability to learn organizational and presentation skills
- Must be able to work with all internal levels within a given organization
- Must possess the ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies
- Must possess ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible
- Must possess analytical and/or quantitative skills
Analyst - Level III
- Demonstrated proficiency in or ability to learn the Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must possess strong organizational and presentation skills
- Must possess demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization
- Must possess demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies
- Must possess demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently
- Must possess demonstrated analytical and/or quantitative skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Analyst - Level I
- Bachelor's degree in business, Transportation, Public Policy or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Minimum 2 years of related experience
Analyst - Level II
- Bachelor's degree in business, Transportation, Public Policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Minimum 4 years of related experience
Analyst - Level III
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Transportation, Public Policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college, may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Minimum 4 years of related experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of Multidimensional Database Management systems, such as Hyperion Essbase
- Master's degree in a related field
- Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures
- Familiarity with the New York City Subway System and its operations
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").
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
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.