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Accountant (Part-Time)
- POLICE DEPARTMENT
Posted on
10/21/2026
- Part-time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- Exam may be required
Department
Payroll Section/Civ and Cadet
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Job Description
The Payroll Section is responsible for processing the payroll for all civilian and uniformed members of service for the NYPD. The Payroll Section is seeking 4 part-time Accountants, level I, whose responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Uniform and civilian payments for last days worked before permanent leave including retirements, resignations, transfers, dismissals and deaths.
- Uniform and civilian payments for last days worked before temporary leave including childcare, sick leaves, FMLA leave, military, and suspension.
- Process payments as supplemental checks when necessary.
- Mid-week pay adjustments for civilian members of service (MOS) including new or provisional appointments, reassignments and reinstatements.
- Mid-week salary change pay adjustments for civilian MOS including promotions, upgrades, maturations, title changes, demotions and salary adjustments.
- Review and adjust City Time records for civilian MOS transitioning to or from Workers' Compensation leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
ACCOUNTANT - 40510
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting and auditing; or
2. A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license.
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least one year of experience as an Accountant - Assignment Level I or at least two years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
807328
Posted until
11/05/2026
Title code
40510
Civil service title
ACCOUNTANT
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Accountant (Part-Time)
- Experience level: Entry-Level
Job level
01
Number of positions
4
Work location
1 Police Plaza, N.Y.
- Category: Administration & Human Resources
Accountant (Part-Time)
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension PlanSalary : $32 - $43