Description

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director Consolidated Analysis

• Analyze and evaluate comprehensive Agency budget and financial plan proposals, synthesize information and make recommendations for inclusion in Board submissions according to new budget process.
• Produce timely written reports analyzing and explaining monthly variances of Agency operating results (both accrual and cash) for revenues and expenses.
• Work with Agency budget staff in preparing narratives and analysis 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.

• Academic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting techniques.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); macro development and pivot table knowledge are preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of Oracle Hyperion budgeting system is preferred, but not required.
• Good report writing skills and oral communication skills. Communication and collaboration skills are very important in this role.
• The individual should be comfortable working as part of a group as well as independently.
• Must be able to perform the functions of this position without the need for direct hands-on supervision from the immediate supervisor of this position. It is expected that the individual in this position will take initiative to resolve issues without constant supervision.

• Must possess experience with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Must possess knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting techniques.
• Must possess knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), macro development and pivot table knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of Oracle Hyperion budgeting system preferred.
• Must possess outstanding report writing skills and good communication skills.
• Must possess good report writing skills and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to perform the functions of this position without the need for direct hands-on supervision from the immediate supervisor of this position. It is expected that the individual in this position will take initiative to resolve issues without constant supervision.

• Must possess understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Must possess knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting techniques.
• Must possess knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), including macro development and pivot tables.
• Must possess knowledge of Oracle Hyperion budgeting system.
• Must possess outstanding report writing skills and good communication skills.
• Must possess excellent communication, collaboration, and sound problem-solving skills
• Must be able to convey information both in a precise technical manner and in a concise understandable manner.
• Must be comfortable working as part of a group as well as independently.
• Must be able to perform the functions of this position without the need for direct hands-on supervision from the immediate supervisor of this position. It is expected that the individual in this position will take initiative to resolve issues without constant supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in finance, business, business administration, economics, or transportation). An equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in finance, business, business administration, economics or transportation). An equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 2 years financial (preferably budgeting) experience with a major government or corporate entities. A master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in finance, business, business administration, economics or transportation). An equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive financial (preferably budgeting) experience with a major government or corporate entities. A master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.