Financial Analyst Levels I, II and III

Job ID : 12551

Business Unit : MTA Headquarters

Location : New York, NY, United States

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Department : Consolidated Analysis

Date Posted : Aug 21, 2025

Description

JOB TITLE :

Financial Analyst Levels I, II and III

DEPT / DIV :

Consolidated Analysis

WORK LOCATION : 2 Broadway

FULL / PART-TIME

FUL L

SALARY RANGE :

Level I : $64,709.75 - $74,160.00

Level II : $74,263.00 - $86,993.80

Level III : $85,416.87 - $96,956.99

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 :

The Financial Analyst Level I, II, and III provides varying levels of support and analysis, dependent on the level, to the Office of Management and Budget and the Chief Financial Officer.

Responsibilities include conducting financial and policy analyses, identifying fiscal issues at both the Agency and MTA Consolidated levels, reviewing Agency operating budget and financial plan submissions, and providing changes to ensure cohesive and coordinated MTA-wide financial plans are developed. Monitor monthly Agency financial and operational results to identify deviations from financial plans.

Responsibilities :

• Analyze and evaluate comprehensive Agency budget and financial plan proposals, synthesize information, and make recommendations for inclusion in Board submissions according to the new budget process.
• Produce timely written reports analyzing and explaining monthly variances of the Agency's operating results (both accrual and cash) for revenues and expenses.
• Work with the Agency budget staff in preparing narratives and analyses that support each financial plan or budget update.
• Perform reviews of actual financial and operating results versus the prior year's budget and / or forecast.
• Perform special projects and participate as needed on MTA-wide issues that require budgetary or financial expertise.
• Identify, quantify, and explain significant financial risks and opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Analyst - Level I

Analyst - Level I I

Analyst - Level II I

Required Education and Experience :

Analyst - Level I

Analyst - Level I I

Analyst - Level I II

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites .

According 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.