Accounting, Accounting Close, Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corporate Finance, External Audit, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Identify Issues, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, People Management, Regulatory Reports, Reporting Skills, Request for Information (RFI), SAP, Testing
About the Role
Under the direction of the Senior Accounting Supervisor, Financial Accounting & Reporting, the successful candidate will provide functional leadership in the Agency’s core financial and reporting systems and act as liaison between the Technology Department, SAP consultants, and Comptroller’s Department end users. This position is to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the Agency’s general ledger and financial reporting processes.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
+ Assist in development and maintenance of GAAP and Statutory financial reports used by management throughout the agency
+ Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the SAP general ledger database by establishing effective monthly, quarterly and yearly closing controls
+ Perform monthly and annual closing and troubleshoot any related issues
+ Create new account codes in SAP
+ Assemble system data to be delivered to external auditors for semiannual and annual audit
+ Assist in providing agency-wide training, guidance and expertise on financial system related issues
+ Perform special assignments such as ad hoc requests for complex information and participate in periodic testing of system enhancements
Minimum Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Corporate Finance from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
+ In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experiencecan be accepted
Desired Qualifications
+ Demonstrated experience in SAP report writing
+ Demonstrated ability to interpret, research and apply accounting theory (GAAP)
+ Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally
+ Demonstrated experience in conveying complex and/or sensitive information throughout the Agency
+ Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Selection Process
The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.
Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements:
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:
Minimum: $90,012 Midpoint: $117,018 Maximum: $144,014
In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week, subject to operational and business needs.
REQNUMBER: 64407P
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey