Remote-friendly Senior Director of Financial Analysis

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Deputy Director of Financial Analysis to lead forecasting, monthly analysis, and budget management across MMTA agencies. The role directs staff, presents financial findings to senior executives, and supports cost-saving initiatives.

The incumbent will ensure resources align with strategic goals, optimize funds, and supervise a team in a high‑visibility environment within the Office of Management and Budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) from an accredited university or college, with a preferred concentration in Business, Finance, Economics, Public Policy Analysis or related field is required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience of which 4 years must have been in a supervisory/leadership position or managed a process or function. Experience should include, but not be limited to, developing complex and sophisticated multi-year financial plans for either government or private organizations, as well as budgeting, revenue and cost analysis, report writing and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Direct the development of Agency financial plans, ensuring departmental and Agency conformity with corporate budgeting assumptions, expense reduction targets, and other actions for budget balancing.
• Direct the staff and oversee the monthly, quarterly and annual review and reporting of operating budget results including revenues, accrued and cash expenses, headcount, overtime, employee availability and key operating performance metrics.
• Work with Agency and departmental staff to monitor financial performance and develop recommendations for corrective action and/or budget modification.
• Perform and direct special projects that enhance MTA's understanding of financial and operational trends, problems or issues affecting efficiency and effectiveness of MTA services.
• Work with other Directors/Deputy Directors in Management & Budget, and their staff, to improve workflows related to financial plans, forecasts and analyses.
• Select, develop, and motivate staff. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Review performance of staff.
• Maintain liaison and interface with external entities including Connecticut Department of Transportation, Amtrak, Moynihan Train Hall Coop Board, Northeast Corridor Commission, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Budget management

Oral and written communications

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Leadership/supervising staff

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BA/BS in Business/Finance/Economics/Public Policy

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

ERP systems

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Deputy Director of Financial Analysis to lead forecasting, monthly analysis, and budget management across MMTA agencies. The role directs staff, presents financial findings to senior executives, and supports cost-saving initiatives.

The incumbent will ensure resources align with strategic goals, optimize funds, and supervise a team in a high‑visibility environment within the Office of Management and Budget.