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Job Title On-Board Revenue Manager Job ID 97823 Location Manhattan - Downtown

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SALARY RANGE: Min.: $83,176 Mid.: $103,970.50

HAY POINTS: 634

DEPT/DIV: MTA Audit Services

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Audit General

LOCATION: New York, NY

HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7 1/2 hours/day)

Summary The On-Board Revenue Manager supports the Audit Director with the activities of the on-board Revenue Compliance Program. This program provides independent assurance to validate that the LIRR and MNR commuter railroads’ train crews are collecting and reporting the appropriate fares from passengers, as well as to ensure their compliance with select operating rules. The Revenue Manager has the lead responsibility for the on-board revenue funds used in support of the program.

The on-board Revenue Manager will also assist the Director to work with staff auditors and external revenue control specialists to develop schedules to fulfill the requirements of the program, reconciles the funds used to purchase tickets for scheduled rides, and consolidate findings each month regarding the results of the on-board program for reporting purposes. Performs work in a professional manner, maintains and expands a professional work relationship with clients, and demonstrates a strong understanding of the revenue collection operations across the agencies. Directly supervises and guides assigned audit staff as needed to support the on-board Audit Director.

Responsibilities

• The On-Board Revenue Manager has fiduciary responsibility for the funds used in the Commuter Railroads On-Board Revenue Compliance Program. They are responsible for the security of the funds, and to ensure appropriate controls are in place regarding fund disbursements, reimbursement request, and fund reconciliations. • Provides advances to On-Board audit staff and revenue control specialists to purchase tickets as directed for the program. Works with staff auditors and external revenue control specialists to reconcile the funds used to purchase tickets to fulfill the requirements of the program. • Prepares and/or critically reviews receipts and train ride reports as needed to ensure conclusions reached are supported by sufficient evidential data. • Supports the staff with their efforts to consolidate findings each month regarding the results of the on- board program for reporting purposes. • Works with the Director to determine the extent of required testing, staff assignments and projection of man-days required to complete the program. Prepares ride assignments as needed and suggests changes to such during the course of year, to ensure objectives of program are achieved. • Fully understands MTA policy and practice on the On-board Revenue Program, is able to communicate such procedures to others, and may assist others in such matters in the department. • Fully understands and applies the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) and COSO ERM models, incorporates the frameworks in the development of the On-Board Compliance Program and monthly report recommendations as appropriate. • Assists and supports the Director in developing final monthly reports meeting highest level of program requirements. Reports should include recommendations that improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and cost savings of the departments/operations reviewed. • Assist and support the Director in supervising audit staff, and or External Revenue Control Specialist which may include direct supervision of staff on specific assignments. • Aids the department in whatever manner necessary for it to meet its business objectives. • The ideal candidate should be able to assume Director’s responsibilities on an interim basis, as needed.

Qualifications

 Demonstrates strong leadership skills and must work with clients on sensitive issues and resolve same in a professional effective business manner. Work results are used to influence business decisions related to revenue collection within the railroads, and specific findings can ultimately result in disciplinary action if misappropriate of revenue collections are verified.

• Incumbent is expected to be self-directed in this position. The work performed and conclusions made influence management decisions regarding the railroad revenue collection process. • Audit Staff – provides support with On-Board Revenue Compliance Program, and various agency staff provides needed information and documentation to perform the work. • The On-board Revenue Manager develops relationships across agencies to obtain support from more senior staff as needed. Coordinates with MNR Treasury, LIRR payroll, and BSC AP to resolve issues that arise. • Excellent written/oral communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with inter/intra- agency management, departmental staff and external auditors and investigators. • Excellent analytical skills. Skilled in internal controls, planning, organization, project management, time management and account reconciliations. • Ability to effectively supervise and coach assigned staff. • Ability to address problems and tactfully bring them to management’s attention. • Ability to conduct concurrent complex assignments timely and accurately. • Understanding of effective revenue control practices including internal control risk assessment, On-Board Revenue Compliance Program and work paper development.

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• Understanding of PC applications and computer assisted audit techniques, selected systems, applications, and technology environment supporting management and operational functions. • Familiarity with GAGAS, IIA Standards, Internal Controls (COSO); applicable City, State and Federal Regulations; MTA and Agency-Specific Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business, Computer Science, and/or other related business or operational fields. • Approximately seven years’ experience in revenue, financial, operational, or contract oversight, or related industry experience. Approximately two years supervisory experience preferred. • Certification (CIA/CGAP/CPA/CISA/CFE), or COSO certificate strongly preferred and/or graduate degree in business-related areas desired.

Other Information

As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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