Staff Accounting Supervisor, Financial Accounting & Reporting

The Port Authority of NY & NJ•Jersey City, NJ

9d•$90,012 - $144,014•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Senior Accounting Supervisor, Financial Accounting & Reporting, the successful candidate will provide functional leadership in the Agency’s core financial and reporting systems and act as liaison between the Technology Department, SAP consultants, and Comptroller’s Department end users. This position is to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the Agency’s general ledger and financial reporting processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Corporate Finance from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience can be accepted

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in SAP report writing
Demonstrated ability to interpret, research and apply accounting theory (GAAP)
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally
Demonstrated experience in conveying complex and/or sensitive information throughout the Agency
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in development and maintenance of GAAP and Statutory financial reports used by management throughout the agency
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the SAP general ledger database by establishing effective monthly, quarterly and yearly closing controls
Perform monthly and annual closing and troubleshoot any related issues
Create new account codes in SAP
Assemble system data to be delivered to external auditors for semiannual and annual audit
Assist in providing agency-wide training, guidance and expertise on financial system related issues
Perform special assignments such as ad hoc requests for complex information and participate in periodic testing of system enhancements