Senior Operations Analyst General Accounting Fixed Assets

Description Position at MTA Headquarters JOB TITLE: Senior Operations Analyst General Accounting Fixed Assets SALARY RANGE: $49,562 - $82,603DEPT/DIV: General and Technical AccountingSUPERVISOR: Supervisor General AccountingLOCATION: 420 Lexington AveHOURS 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 LedgerProcess and reconcile monthly AP activity in the General LedgerPerform monthly bank reconciliationsPrepare monthly Health and Welfare journal entriesHandle all phases of monthly agency account analyses & reconciliationsGather, validate, and maintain data and other transaction inputsGather forms and track statusEnter transactions in PeopleSoft and the service request management toolProvide satisfactory customer service by receiving, analyzing, researching, and seeking a resolution to assigned inquiriesIntegrate across MTA Finance teams to document, research, and resolve basic issues and errors as assigned. Understand when to resolve or escalate to a supervisorPerform/support cyclical processing and period end activitiesComplete assignments as delegated by the supervisorComply with MTA policies, practices, and proceduresDevelop and update operating procedures and training materials as neededUnderstand the MTA vision, including how individual responsibilities fit into the long-term strategiesTrack and report the status of workMaintain an appropriate level of process, functional, and technical knowledge and participate in training to continue to develop such knowledgeSupport other team members as appropriateEnsure that all assignments are completed with the highest quality and within agreed-upon Service Level Agreement guidelines and Key Performance Indicator targetsIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives as assignedParticipate in user groups as necessary Required Qualifications:Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Possess knowledge of General Accounting principlesWorking knowledge and use of PeopleSoft or related database softwareAbility to process requests consistently with general supervisionAbility to assess problems and promptly resolve or identify appropriate team to resolveStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the MTA at all levels within and outside the organizationStrong time management skills and the ability to manage individual assignmentsAbility to work in a team environmentStrong attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive situations and maintain a high degree of confidentiality Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Understanding of MTA Finance policies, practices, and proceduresFamiliarity with performance metrics and the ability to meet identified targetsWorking 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 GEDMinimum four (4) years'' experience performing accounting, transaction processing, and reconciliation, or related OR a satisfactory combination of education and work experiencePreferred Education and ExperienceBachelor''s or Associate's Degree in Accounting with relevant experience in Business or related field.Shared Services experience preferredOther InformationPursuant 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 FinancialDisclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").Equal Employment OpportunityMTA 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.