Senior Manager, Consolidated Reporting

MTA Headquarters

United States

Hybrid

USD 121,000 - 128,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Headquarters in New York seeks a Senior Manager, Consolidated Reporting to lead the financial planning process and ensure cohesive, timely information for strategic decisions.

You will maintain the Hyperion budgeting system, coordinate with Finance, Treasury, and Comptroller to ensure accurate flows of funds, and deliver consolidated results to executive leadership with strong analytical insights.

Qualifications

Experience in Hyperion budgeting and planning, with a track record of accurate forecasting.
7+ years of progressive financial experience in large government or corporate entities.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with senior management.
Knowledge of MTA financial structure and operating environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate development of the annual and quarterly financial plans.
Oversee consolidated revenue, expense, subsidy, and budget schedules.
Coordinate data collection with Finance, Treasury, and Comptroller functions.
Ensure accuracy and reconciliation of consolidated results with agency submissions.
Prepare monthly Financial Performance Reports for the Finance Committee.
Oversee statements of operations and timely reporting.
Lead analysis of variances versus Budget Plan and present insights.
Manage cash flow analyses and forecasting 12 times per year.
Direct Open Data reporting 12–15 times per year to ensure data integrity.
Support City operating reports and invoicing processes with accuracy.
Drive continuing disclosure reporting related to bond offerings.
Monitor savings initiatives and progress toward targets.
Update 25‑year financial projections for regional planning.

Skills

Hyperion Planning

Budgeting & forecasting

Revenue & cost analysis

Financial reporting

Executive communication

Cross‑functional collaboration

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

State & local processes knowledge

Education

BA/BS in finance, business, or business administration

Master’s degree preferred

7+ years financial experience

3+ years supervisory/leadership

Tools

Hyperion Planning

Job description

Description

Position at MTA Headquarters

Please note that this position is only open to MTA employees.

This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Opening:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America’s largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Job Summary:

Working under the guidance of the Director of Financial Performance Management, this position assists in the development of the MTA financial plan to ensure leadership has cohesive, coordinated, and accurate financial information in a timely manner to drive strategic decisions that enable the MTA to achieve its mission within existing financial constraints.

The Senior Manager maintains and supports the Hyperion budgeting system, which is critical for developing MTA financial plans and reporting actual results and variance analyses to executive leadership. This position also coordinates with the Finance, Treasury, and Comptroller functions to ensure the adequate flow of funds and the continued accuracy between the sources and uses of funds.

Responsibilities:

MTA Financial Plans (4/year)
Oversee the development of Hyperion instructions.
Lead and coordinate agency data collection, managing the preparation of consolidated revenue, expense, subsidy, and financial plan schedules.
Conduct high‑level quality reviews and ensure accuracy and reconciliation of consolidated results with agency submissions.
Monthly Financial Performance Reports for the MTA Finance Committee (12/year)
Oversee preparation of the Statement of Operations and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
Provide leadership in coordinating, reviewing, and validating agency financial submissions and resolving complex issues.
Annual Review of Actual Results vs. Budget Plan (1/year)
Lead the analysis of actual financial performance vs. Budget Plan, identifying key variances and presenting insights to senior leadership.
Cash Flow Analysis and Forecasting (12/year)
Oversee monthly cash flow analyses and projections, ensuring accuracy of future cash needs and funding requirements.
Open Data Reporting (12–15/year)
Direct the preparation and delivery of financial data for MTA Open Data requirements, ensuring compliance and data integrity.
City Operating Support Reports (2/year)
Oversee preparation of annual financial reports used to invoice the City of New York for operating support provided to MTA Bus and Staten Island Railway.
Ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with statutory requirements.
Continuing Disclosure Reporting
Lead development of annual and periodic financial updates for continuing disclosure obligations related to bond offerings.
Savings and Efficiency Program (4/year)
Oversee the development and implementation of enhanced tracking for savings initiatives.
Monitor agency progress toward annual savings targets and provide regular, strategic reporting.
Regional Transportation Plan (3/year)
Direct updates to 25‑year financial projections following each Financial Plan cycle and provide financial insights to support long‑term regional transportation planning.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Experience in Hyperion Planning
Experience in budgeting, revenue and cost analysis, reporting writing, financial planning
Knowledge of MTA organization, including the financial structure of MTA constituent agencies.
This position requires the ability to effectively interact with all staff levels, especially senior management. It requires strong human relations and verbal and written communication skills, which are critical to maintain an effective liaison with all levels of management.
The position requires demonstrated creativity, initiative, and persistence regarding problem-solving related to budgeting systems.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Knowledge of State and local financial and political processes.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) preferably in finance, business, or business administration. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum 7 years of progressive financial (preferably economics/public policy and budgeting) experience with major government or corporate entities is required.
Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.

The Following is/are preferred:

Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in a related field. A master’s degree can substitute for two years of 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”).

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.

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