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Job Description

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE LIST, OR BE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM.

DOT’s Office of Cityscape & Franchises (the “Office”) manages private use of the public right-of-way, including several revenue-generating programs: the Coordinated Street Furniture Franchise; Franchises, Concessions, and Consents; Bike Share and Shared Mobility, and Open Restaurants. In a typical year, the Office generates close to $130 million in revenues. This unit is seeking an accountant to perform the financial aspects of the Office.
One key responsibility of the appointed candidate is to assist the unit’s Finance Manager on analyzing and determining the financial position for Bike Share, Street Furniture, Franchises, Concessions, Revocable Consents, and the Division of Legal Affairs (the “Division”) as a whole.

The candidate will be expected to:
- Audit all agreements for compliance between companies doing business with the City;
- Monitor JCDecaux’s financial payments to the City which are currently exceeding $60m per year;
- Able to read certified financial statements and express an opinion on the state of a company’s profit and loss;
- Assist in the preparation of the PEG (Program to Eliminate the Gap) proposals for the Division during the City’s annual budget process and submit those proposals to DOT’s budget office four
times a year;
- Provide financial assistance and ad-hoc reports to the unit’s Finance Manager and or Associate Deputy Commissioner (A/D/C) as needed;
- Prepare the monthly bank reconciliations with the City’s Comptroller Office;
- Have an understanding of the operations and calculations that are involved when and if there are public subsidies;

Qualifications

1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in "1" above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in "1" above.

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.

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What You Should Know About Administrative Staff Analyst, City of New York

If you're looking to make a significant impact in the bustling heart of New York City, then joining the Department of Transportation (DOT) as an Administrative Staff Analyst might be the perfect fit for you! This integral position not only offers the chance to work within the dynamic Office of Cityscape & Franchises but also allows you to assist in managing the public right-of-way, which is a critical facet of city infrastructure. Here, you'll be working alongside a fantastic Finance Manager to analyze financial positions for exciting projects like Bike Share, Concessions, and more. With a yearly revenue generation of around $130 million, you'll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of these initiatives. Your responsibilities will pack a punch—from auditing agreements for compliance, monitoring significant financial transactions, to preparing crucial budget proposals that impact the city's economy. The ideal candidate will be someone who loves diving into financial statements, has a knack for operational calculations, and can manage bank reconciliations with finesse. You'll be expected to leverage your education in finance or related fields and your professional experience to help steer the financial direction of the office. With a focus on systematic improvement and stakeholder collaboration, this role is not only about numbers; it's about community impact and strategic planning. If you're ready to engage in meaningful work while fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, we encourage you to explore this opportunity with us at DOT!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Administrative Staff Analyst Role at City of New York

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Administrative Staff Analyst position at DOT?

To be eligible for the Administrative Staff Analyst position at DOT in New York City, you must either currently serve in the title of Administrative Staff Analyst or be reachable on the Civil Service list. Alternatively, you may qualify under the 55A program. Educationally, a master's degree in finance, economics, or a related field is required, along with two years of relevant experience in budget administration, accounting, or similar roles. A bachelor's degree paired with four years of the required experience can also qualify you.