Accountant 2 - NYC Staffing : Job Details

Job Description Under general supervision and with broad latitude for independent initiative and judgment, this position plays a vital role in supporting the Authority's financial operations and compliance reporting. The incumbent will leverage strong financial, analytical, and communication skills to assist in the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of financial reporting, particularly as it relates to HUD requirements including the Section 8 Voucher Management System (VMS) and Financial Data Schedules (FDS). This role contributes to internal and external financial reporting. The position also incorporates advanced technology and automation, including the use of machine learning to enhance and streamline accounting processes. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Additional Information

1. NYCHA employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).

2. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply. NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS).

Note: If this appointment is made on a provisional basis pursuant to 65 of the NYS Civil Service Law, no tenure or permanence accrues to an incumbent in this position by virtue of such appointment.

Note: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the link below.

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.

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.

Salary Min: $65,091.00 Salary Max: $104,135.00