Financial reporting analyst Jobs in New York, NY

Job ID : 12938

Business Unit : MTA Headquarters

Location : New York, NY, United States

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Department : General and Technical Accting

Date Posted : Sep 4, 2025

Description

JOB TITLE :

Senior Financial Analyst - Financial Reporting

DEPT / DIV :

MTA Controller's Office / General and Technical Accounting

WORK LOCATION : 2 Broadway

FULL / PART-TIME

FUL L

SALARY RANGE : $ 85,417 - $ 97,850

DEADLINE : Until filled

This position is eligible for teleworking , which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.

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 :

This position is responsible for ensuring that accurate financial records are maintained in the MTA HQ General Ledger and providing the Controller's Office with quality data for decision making. The incumbent will be responsible for performing monthly general ledger accounting and preparing account reconciliations and account analysis. Additionally, this position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of monthly financial statements, quarterly and year-end consolidated financial statements with footnotes, and compiling all agency-specific accounting reports.

Responsibilities :

• Assist in the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports and consolidated financial statements, including the Management and Discussion Analysis, footnotes, and fluctuation analysis, as required.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly MTA and quarterly consolidated cash flow statements for inclusion in quarterly consolidated financial statements.
• Prepare inter-agency reconciliations and ascertain that variances are researched and corrected through contact with other Agencies.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and timely submission of data to meet the deadlines for the issuance of quarterly financial statements.
• Analyze and reconcile various accounts assigned. Provide an explanation of variances and reconciling items to the manager for coordination with appropriate personnel to discuss and resolve any discrepancies.
• Assist in the continuous review of internal controls to ensure policies and procedures are applied and significant risks are mitigated.
• Support the external audit process by resolving questions and providing requested schedules.
• Perform special projects and ad-hoc reporting requests as required by management.

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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 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.