Manager - Fringe Accounting

Manager Fringe Accounting

This position is responsible for the calculation and analysis of fringe benefit rates, corporate overhead rates, and equipment rental rates. In addition, this position is responsible for the compilation of financial and statistical data for the timely and accurate submission of the NTD report.

Responsibilities :

• Perform major tasks in the production of G / L System Forecast, Budget, and Final Actual Fringe Benefit Cost and Rates, including but not limited to :
• Mid-year and 3rd Qtr Reviews of Actual versus G / L Forecast Fringe Benefit Cost and Rates.
• Preparing a comparative analysis of forecast vs. actual results, identifying causes of variations.
• Perform monthly review of health & welfare cost activities (i.e., headcounts, rates, and adjustments) and explain material cost fluctuations on a monthly basis.
• Prepare monthly G / L account analyses related to fringe costs.
• Participate in the preparation and analysis of Corporate Overhead Rates and Annual Equipment Rental Rates needed for the Accounts Receivable Billing System.
• Collaborate with various departments to obtain and transmit monthly National Transit Database ("NTD") data.
• Participate in Annual NTD reporting, compile required financial data in accordance with NTD's Uniform System of Accounts, set up for pro-forma work papers, collect and review data, analyze and adequately explain variances to ensure reports are timely and accurately submitted to FTA for use in the determination of federal funding.
• Develop, improve, and maintain information systems applications and databases supporting the Fringe, Overhead, Equipment Rental, and NTD functions.
• Review weekly payroll & provide appropriate labor accounting codes for payroll.
• Review RWA accrual and account reconciliation.
• Assist with the preparation of the Pension and OPEB Footnotes.
• Other duties as assigned.

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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.