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Supervisor - Accounting

MTA • Jamaica, NY • 4d ago

Job ID: 16118

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Location: Jamaica, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: General and Technical Accting

Date Posted: Jun 9, 2026

Description

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 Acc oun ting

CLOSE DATE: Until filled

SUPERVISOR: Deputy Director Commuter Rail

LOCATION: Jamaica, NY

HOURS OF WORK: 8-hour workday

UNION AFFILIATIO N: Transportation Communications Union (TCU-EXC5)

SUMMARY:

This position s upervise s 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 "Commission").

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.

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