Senior Accounting Analyst

Job ID : 12965

Business Unit : MTA Headquarters

Location : New York, NY, United States

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Department : Acct Receiv Recon and Process

Date Posted : Sep 8, 2025

Description

JOB TITLE : Senior Accounting Analyst

DEPARTMENT : Fixed Assets Accounting

POST DATE : 0 2 / 12 / 2025

CLOSE DATE : Until Filled

100% HOURLY RATE OF PAY : $ 48.50

• (See Wage Progression Chart)

POSITION CLASSIFICATION : Non-Safety Sensitive

LOCATION : 420 Lexington Avenue

REPORTS TO : Manager - LIRR Fixed Assets Accounting

UNION AFFILIATION : Transportation Communications Union (TCU-EXC5)

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 :

Accounting Senior Accounting Analysts in the Accounting area are responsible for assisting in the performance of the record-keeping, account reconciliation, journal entries, fixed asset capitalization and retirement, month-end and annual financial closing, and reporting of the Long Island Rail Road Financial Statements. It is expected that this position acts as a liaison between BSC, Project Management, Budgets, Operations, IT, as well as internal and external customers, to ensure efficient and timely billing and cash collection, and to ensure essential financial data is accurately reported .

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

WAGE PROGRESSION FOR NEW EMPLOYEES HRED AFTER 09 / 24 / 2014 :

WAGE PROGRESSION FOR EMPLOYEES HIRED ON OR PRIOR TO 09 / 24 / 2014 :

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.