Accounts Payable and Sub-Imprest Funds Unit Chief - City of New York : Job Details

Note: This position is open only to current employees of the City of New York currently serving in permanent (not provisional) civil service titles of either Management Auditor, Accountant, Procurement Analyst, Administrative Procurement Analyst, Administrative Accountant, Administrative Management Auditor, Associate Staff Analyst, Administrative Staff Analyst, Principal Administrative Associate, or Administrative Manager.Please clearly indicate your permanent civil service title on your resume and cover letter.

The New York City Comptroller's Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the comptroller's office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgeting wisely, investing responsibly, operating efficiently, acting fairly, living up to its obligations and promises, and paying attention to the long-term challenges we face together.

The Bureau of Administration is committed to delivering strategic support services to strengthen and empower Office of the New York City Comptroller employees as they work toward ensuring the City's fiscal health. We provide service and support in a manner that promotes communication, transparency, and collaboration. These services include Human Resources, Procurement, Payment, Facilities Management, and Budget Management.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the core responsibilities of the Accounts Payable and Sub-Imprest Funds Unit Chief include ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices for payments pursuant to the terms of capital and expense contracts, intra-City agreements and per diem payment arrangements, implementing and improving policies and procedures, maintaining the sub-imprest (miscellaneous) funds and collaborating with other teams to optimize financial processes. These responsibilities will also include reporting and compliance activities related to accounts payable.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:This position is open only to current employees of the City of New York currently serving in permanent (not provisional) civil service titles of either Management Auditor, Accountant, Procurement Analyst, Administrative Procurement Analyst, Administrative Accountant, Administrative Management Auditor, Associate Staff Analyst, Administrative Staff Analyst, Principal Administrative Associate, or Administrative Manager.

Minimum 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, auditing, and cost accounting; and one of the following:(A) one year of full-time satisfactory experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing; or(B) a valid Certified Public Accountant license issued by the New York State Education Department; or(C) a valid Certified Internal Auditor certificate issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA); or2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to 1 above. Education and/or experience may be substituted as follows:(A) two years of full-time satisfactory experience in financial or managerial accounting may be substituted for the one year of experience described in 1(A) above;(B) undergraduate or graduate credits 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) in management, computer science, public administration, and/or business administration may be substituted for up to 9 semester credits in accounting, on a credit for credit basis.However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting, and one of the following: at least one year of the experience described in 1(A) above or its equivalent; or a Certified Public Accountant license; or a Certified Internal Auditor certificate, as described in 1(B) or 1(C) above.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 a Management Auditor - Assignment I or at least two years of experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing.

Preferred Skills:- Proven experience in accounts payable or related finance roles, with a strong understanding of financial processes, policies, and procedures.- Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing and developing teams.- Expertise in data analytics and reporting, with the ability to leverage tools and dashboards to optimize workflows.- Knowledge of NYC Directives and Comptroller Directives related to accounts payable.- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate with vendors, stakeholders, and internal teams.- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and process improvement.

55a Program:This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness:As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement:New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.