Supervisor - Accounting

### Description *Position at MTA Headquarters* JOB TITLE: Supervisor Accounting SALARY RANGE: $44.43 - $55.54 per hour (See Wage Progression Chart) POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Non-Safety Sensitive DEPT/DIV: General and Technical Accounting CLOSE DATE: Until filled SUPERVISOR: Deputy Director Commuter Rail LOCATION: Jamaica, NY HOURS OF WORK: 8-hour workday UNION AFFILIATION: Transportation Communications Union (TCU-EXC5) SUMMARY: This position supervises an accounting staff of 4; delegates work assignments and controls the proper recording of all operating, capital, and reimbursable activity to the company's financial records on a monthly and yearly basis. Monitor all processes and any subsequent errors/problems to maintain the flow of information throughout the department/company. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Supervise and direct a staff of analysts in the recording of all operating, capital, and reimbursable activity. - Oversee the monthly/yearly closing of the LIRR's financial bonds. - Review and approve journal entries to record accounting transactions. - Control the proper and timely recording of all LIRR financial activities. - Assist with the annual issuance of the audited financial statements. - Monitor and open receivable aging to ensure timely invoicing and adjustments. - Review and track all third-party invoices and force account invoices for payment approval and monitor processing time from generation to pre-bill to the BSC invoice. - Evaluate projects that are 90% completed and/or beneficial use. - Answer daily inquiries from Project Management and others; provide requests and/or support in an expeditious manner. - Review all third-party invoices and ensure payment of contractors for Capital project work. - Prepare the Property, Plant and Equipment footnote for financial statements. - Analyze and prepare the Capital Asset portion of the MDA, which requires a detailed flux analysis quarterly and at year-end. - Identify project activities that qualify for potential write-offs and provide analysis quarterly. - Prepare, secure approval, and book retirements of company assets, and if applicable, process disposal sales orders. - Interact with other departments, agencies, and the BSC to ensure proper recording of activity. - Investigate systems and procedures for the purpose of developing, recommending, and implementing new processes. - Responsibility for the daily administrative activities such as payroll, vacation schedules, etc. - Other duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes. - Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills. - Effective analytical and problem solving skills. - Proficiency in the use of personal computer software applications (Word, Excel, and Access) and mainframe applications (PeopleSoft). - Strong work ethic and professional integrity. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: REQUIRED - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance - Minimum of 5 years of general accounting experience (or demonstrated equivalent). PREFERRED - MBA Degree/CPA. - Prior auditing and supervisory experience. - Working knowledge of LIRR financial operations. - Familiarity with the TCU collective bargaining unit. WAGE PROGRESSION FOR NEW EMPLOYEES Hired After 09/24/2014: - 80% - 1st 365 Calendar Days - 80% - 2nd 365 Calendar Days - 85% - 3rd 365 Calendar Days - 90% - 4th 365 Calendar Days - 90% - 5th 365 Calendar Days - 95% - 6th 365 Calendar Days - 100% - After 2,190 Calendar Days WAGE PROGRESSION FOR EMPLOYEES HIRED ON OR BEFORE 09/24/2014: - 80% - 1st 365 Calendar Days - 85% - 2nd 365 Calendar Days - 90% - 3rd 365 Calendar Days - 95% - 4th 365 Calendar Days - 100% - After 1,460 Calendar Days 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…