Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 4 years of payroll-related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Familiarity with PeopleSoft Payroll & H/R System preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Responsibilities
Cross-train in all job functions for continuity
Report payroll issues and inconsistencies to management
Exercise judgment in responding to inquiries
Support implementation of departmental policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality while communicating payroll matters
Assist with special projects related to payroll and timekeeping
Benefits
Eligible for telework one day per week
Work in a union-represented position
Opportunity for cross-training in various functions
Engagement in special projects
Potential for travel to other MTA locations
Full Job Description
Description
Position at MTA Headquarters
JOB TITLE:
Senior Analyst - Represented
SALARY RANGE:
$92,998 - $120,414
DEPT/DIV:
MTA Bus Company - Payroll Department
SUPERVISOR:
Payroll Manager
LOCATION:
128-15 28th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354
HOURS OF WORK:
9:00 am - 5:30 pm (8 hours/day) or as required
***This position is represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU)***
This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week at managerial discretion and departmental obligations.
Job Summary:
The Job Candidate is expected to have a well-rounded understanding of timekeeping calculations and entries as they relate to the calculation of employees' payroll processing (including but not limited to, tax jurisdictions for Federal / NY State & Local / Social Security & payroll deductions) as well as the applicable general ledger entries to be able to perform all payroll-related tasks for a biweekly payroll and off-cycle payroll check processing and Year-end wage reconciliation for W-2 reconciliation and internal audits. It is also preferable if the candidate has had exposure to union and non-union work environments and contractual union agreements.
Competencies:
In addition, the candidate should be able to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Outlook / Teams / Word / Excel / PowerPoint). Also, familiarity with the PeopleSoft Payroll & H/R System is helpful, as well as the ability to run payroll queries and analyze payroll data. It is essential that the candidate possesses strong organizational skills / excellent communication skills (verbal and written) / and the ability to work well and interact with peers, management, and the employees that we serve. Significant emphasis is placed on the ability to adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board Rules.
Responsibilities:
Cross-training in all job functions is a requirement for continuity. Reporting any payroll issues and/or inconsistencies to management is mandatory. Exercising proper judgment in responding to inquiries while referring more complex issues to the appropriate individuals. Supports implementation of policies and procedures for the department. Providing transparency in written communications and open dialogue with all payroll matters as they arise, to payroll co-workers and management as it pertains to the job and/or work assignments is required while maintaining the confidentiality that working in a payroll department requires. Assist with special projects and implementations that relate to payroll and timekeeping functionality.
Required Education and Experience:
The candidate should have attained a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field or an equivalent combination of education from an accredited college and payroll/accounting experience in lieu of a college degree, with a minimum of 4 years of payroll-related experience.
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").
About Metronorth Railroad
Metro-North Railroad is a commuter railroad that serves the northern suburbs of New York City. The railroad was founded in 1983 and is owned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Metro-North operates three main lines, the Hudson Line, the Harlem Line, and the New Haven Line, which together serve over 85 million passengers annually. The railroad has a fleet of over 400 rail cars and operates over 700 trains per day. In addition to commuter service, Metro-North also operates several tourist trains, including the popular Fall Foliage and Holiday Express trains.