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Accounting Analyst / Senior Accounting Analyst

Job ID: 11806

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Revenue Management

Date Posted: May 20, 2025

Description

JOB TITLE: Accounting Analyst / Senior Accounting Analyst

DEPARTMENT: Controller

POST DATE: 0 5 / 20 /2025

CLOSE DATE: Until Filled

100% HOURLY RATE OF PAY : $41.38/ 48.50* (See Wage Progression Chart)

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Non-Safety Sensitive

REPORTS TO: Manager Revenue and Revenue System

UNION AFFILIATION: TCU-E xception 5

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 :

Revenue Area

Accounting analysts/senior accounting analysts in the REVENUE area are responsible to assist in the accounting, reconciliation and reporting of the Long Island Rail Road Revenue and ensure completeness of Revenue records, documentation and account balancing. Develop and maintain report databases and prepare various Revenue reports for distribution to management.

Revenue Compliance Area

Accounting Analysts / Senior Accounting Analysts in the Revenue Compliance area are responsible to perform the audit function of Train Service employees (i.e. auditing remittances (Cash Reports) and duplex stock (math checking, cross referencing fares, identifying stock cut out of order etc.), field audits to cheek money on hand as compared to the tickets sold, as well as the items the employees are required to carry, handles their inquiries (i.e. answering employee phone calls relating to Cash Report remittance, missing stock, correction notices, and other stock issues, handling of the employee punches and service punches), and customer relations for pulled tickets (i.e. assisting Public Affairs to identify which employee cut the identified stock and assisting Refunds in duplex ticket interpretation).

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Revenue Area

+ Perform various analyses pertaining to Revenue - such as Mail & Ride sales, New Handheld tickets devices for on board (OBTIMs) and Station (TIMs) sales, Ticket Office Machine (TOM)/Ticket Vending Machine (TVM) sales, Mobile ticketing, Special Service (bar carts) etc.

+ Reconcile and report monthly Mail & Ride sales from the Mail & Ride system to the bank.

+ Reconcile and report credit and debit card sales from the Central Support System (CSS) to the card processors and banks.

+ Reconcile, report and validate credit and debit card fees.

+ Audit TOM tours and coordinate/prep boxes to be sent to offsite storage.

+ Research and resolve discrepancies between the CSS and the bank statements. Adjust CSS accordingly to ensure data integrity of the system.

+ Assist in month-end revenue closing. Prepare general ledger monthly account analysis. Determine/resolve discrepancies and prepare adjusting journal entries as necessary.

+ Create and perform PeopleSoft, CSS and data warehouse queries to assist with the monthly close and analysis.

+ Interact with Station Personnel, Customer Service department and Treasury to investigate and resolve various revenue issues.

+ Prepare vouchers for payment to third party vendors.

+ Reconcile New York City Transit MetroCard inventory.

+ Assist with the implementation of the new handheld tickets devices for on board (OBTIMs) and Station (TIMs) sales systems and future revenue initiatives, such as mobile ticketing and recommend any new recording/reporting methods.

+ Support Revenue Manager and Supervisors.

+ Other duties as required.

Revenue Compliance Area

+ Reconcile and report monthly Onboard sales.

+ Assist with the implementation of the handheld tickets devices for on board (OBTIMs) and Station (TIMs) sales systems to the new MTA wide OMNY system and future revenue initiatives and recommend any new recording/reporting methods.

+ Assist with the maintenance, modification and updates to the CSS (LIRR’s Revenue system).

+ Investigate systems and procedures for the purpose of developing, recommending and implementing new processes. (New Technology – on board devices in OMNY system)

+ Protect Company assets relating to revenue compliance by ensuring the collection of outstanding cash owed by train service employees.

+ Provide timely and accurate reports related to revenue compliance.

+ Develop audit techniques, including analysis of various system data trends and unusual conditions and deviations from standards.

+ Interact extensively with various departments, including Information Technology, Transportation, MTA Police, Stations, Public Affairs, MTA Audit Services, etc.

+ Assist with updating and testing of the LIRR tariff to incorporate electronic onboard fare collection.

+ Organize and perform train service employees field audits.

+ Assist with the updating the ADL 205 Manual of Instructions to Transportation Train Service Employees and Train Service Employees Fare Cards as required.

+ Support Revenue Supervisors and Managers within the Controller’s department.

+ Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

+ Knowledge of accounting systems and procedures. (I.e., PeopleSoft).

+ Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Access, Excel - use of pivot tables & v-lookups, Word and PowerPoint).

+ Excellent quantitative, analytic and deductive reasoning capabilities.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management and external contacts.

+ Strong ability to take control of assigned tasks with limited supervision.

+ Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.

+ Strong ability to prepare accurate work papers, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Accounting Analyst:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.

+ One to three years accounting, finance or similar experience including database management and reporting; along with financial analysis and reconciliations.

Senior Accounting Analyst:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.

+ A minimum of f ive years accounting, finance or similar experience including database management and reporting; along with financial analysis and reconciliations.

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer competitive salaries and an excellent, comprehensive benefits package, including:

+ Full Medical Coverage

+ Dental Coverage

+ Vision Care

+ Life Insurance

+ Comprehensive Sick Leave Benefits

+ Deferred Compensation

+ Vacation/Personal Leave Days

+ Transportation Pass Privileges

+ Tuition Assistance Reimbursement

+ Pension Plan

+ In-house training seminars

WAGE PROGRESSION FOR NEW EMPLOYEES HRED 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 PRIOR TO 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 “Commission”).

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.

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.