Civil Service Title- Accountant II

Candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program.

The Division of Bridges is seeking a seasoned professional to support its Expense Procurement and Contract Program. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Finance, this position will play a key role in managing and tracking the Division’s expense contracts, procurement activities, and associated budget processes.


Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Monitor the Division’s Expense Contract and Procurement programs.
Support critical budget activities, such as accrual clearance contract encumbrance, liquidation, fiscal year-end closeout, and rollovers.
Assist in identifying and securing funding for unforeseen or emergent needs, track OTPS budget and expense.
Ensure proper execution of funding requests, including preparation and submission of budget modifications.
Prepare requisitions, contract encumbrances and task order registrations
Prepare documents using agency and citywide systems FMS and PASSPort
Complete Financials, Budget allocations, and launch PO in PASSPort.
Research FMS, the M/WBE directory, NYC requirement contracts, and NYS preferred Source Vendors List to inform procurement decisions.
Develop and implement tools and processes for effective budget tracking, monitoring, and analysis.
Collaborate with internal DOT units such as Expense Budget, Grants Administration, ACCO, and Fiscal Affairs.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the efficient and appropriate use of Federal and State grant funds within the Expense Budget.
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

Preferred skills
Proficient in FMS2, FMS3, and Passport
Knowledge of the NYC budget process and OTPS tracking
Experience with purchase requisitions and invoice processing
Familiar with NYC procurement rules, M/WBE, and preferred vendors
Skilled in vendor coordination and internal collaboration
Strong in Excel and Microsoft Office tools
Experience with grant-funded budgets and compliance
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Work location
55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041


Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method: For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 718960 . For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 718960 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

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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.

Proficient in FMS2, FMS3, and Passport Knowledge of the NYC budget process and OTPS tracking Experience with purchase requisitions and invoice processing Familiar with NYC procurement rules, M/WBE, and preferred vendors Skilled in vendor coordination and internal collaboration Strong in Excel and Microsoft Office tools Experience with grant-funded budgets and compliance Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills Candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 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.

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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

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.

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.