Senior Cost Analyst

SUMMARY

Provides analytical support, consultation, and advice to staff, managers and executive staff members regarding financial reporting and analysis. Performs cost analysis and financial analysis to assist with the Authoritys strategic business planning process. Prepares monthly and year-end close-out of all financial reporting records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and the MARTA ACT. Serves as consultant and subject matter expert for the integrated Oracle system, including the General Ledger module.

Reviews complex journal entries including those related to hedging and investment derivatives, lease-leaseback transactions, bond issues and retirements, debt service management, investments and commercial paper. Prepares monthly and year-end close-out of all financial reporting records. Serves as subject matter expert and resource to cost analysts accountants, and accounting specialists, while providing instructions on complex, accounting transactions and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) and other applicable guidelines and authorities.

Supports staff of cost analysts and accountants using GAAP, and various analyses and accounting functions. Works closely with various departments, including the Office of Budget, Office of Treasury, and Office of Risk Management to develop and implement complex system changes. Implements efficiencies and writes accounting policies and procedures for General Ledger Accounting policies and Oracle system processes.

Cost Analysts, Accountants and Accounting Specialists

Takes every reasonable precaution given the circumstances to ensure the protection of employees, patrons, and members of the public. Identifies and informs employees of hazards in the workplace. Determines safe work methods and ensures employees are notified of new and modified methods. Ensures employees are trained on safety policies and procedures. Ensures employees follow procedures. Responds to health and safety concerns of employees in a timely manner.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A Bachelors degree in finance, accounting or related field with a minimum of eight years of progressive professional experience in accounting, finance or business analysis. Specific job-related experience is required in at least two of the following areas: general ledger accounting, generally accepted accounting principles, GASB interpretation and implementation, Designation as a Certified Public Accountant or a Masters degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and…