Senior Manager Business Planning
Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at MTA Headquarters JOB TITLE: Senior
Manager Business Planning DEPT/DIV: Management & Budget WORK
LOCATION: 2 Broadway FULL/PART-TIME FUL L SALARY RANGE: $ 102,739 -
$ 128,424 DEADLINE: Until filled This position is eligible for
teleworking , which is currently one day per week. New hires are
eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date. Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's
largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3
million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding
New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and
Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus
fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S.
transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and
reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding
opportunities. Position Objective: The Senior Manager is
responsible for working closely with the Departments of NYC Transit
to plan, coordinate, and manage their financial plan. This position
will partner with various Departments and Divisions of NYCT Transit
finance teams to formulate and implement strategies to improve
economic efficiency, service quality, reliability, and maintenance.
Responsibilities will include developing and analyzing the
strategic business and financial plan, developing and analyzing
annual operating budget requirements, conducting special analytic
management studies to improve services and cost effectiveness, and
directing analytical support to evaluate investment program
proposals to best advance NYCT’s mission. Responsibilities: Select,
develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide
career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective
coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of
employees when necessary. Review the performance of staff. Create a
professional environment that respects individual differences and
enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full
potential. Analyze annual operating budget requirements and
results. Conduct analytic studies to improve cost-effectiveness and
optimize resource allocation . Evaluate operating impacts of
capital project. Problem solves finance-related queries. Work
closely with OMB units to complete the financial plan. Document and
validate results and present analyses and recommendations. Other
duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge of financial
planning and analysis. Demonstrated analytical capabilities and
quantitative skills. Must have knowledge of the MTA organization
and an understanding of the Subway and Bus systems and how they
function. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to
identify the appropriate analytical processes to address issues,
arrive at supportable recommendations, build consensus, and ensure
implementation of changes. Project management skills . Exceptional
written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite. Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance , Business Administration, Accounting,
Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of
education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree; and
Minimum 5 years related experience, of which 18 months must have
been in a supervisory/leadership position. The F ollowing is/are
preferred: Knowledge of Hyperion Planning. Experience in business
analysis, budgeting, or business process reengineering. Other
Information Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law &
the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking
position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure
(FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government
(the “Commission”). Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its
subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers,
including those concerning veteran status and individuals with
disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse
backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service
members, to apply.
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