Position Information

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AgencyWaterfront Commission

TitleComptroller - VID 188424

Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $137457 to $173664 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address 39 Broadway

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10006

Job Specifics

Duties Description Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Manage all financial operations including accounting, cash management, budget and other finance related functions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting principles and regulations.
• Lead annual budgetary process and serve as primary liaison with state budget examiners.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends and economic conditions to prepare forecasts and financial projections to support agency planning.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to agency executives, collaborate with agency executives to develop financial strategies, and make recommendations for cost savings.
• Manage all financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements, budgets and reports.
• Perform account reconciliations of receipts, payments and balances of all agency funds to ensure completeness of financial data.
• Oversee agency procurement and approval of vendor invoices, requisitions, purchase orders and employee expenses.
• Oversee procurement of supplies and manage all vendor contracts.
• Oversee collection of quarterly assessments from industry employers and address deficiencies as needed.
• Track federal and state forfeiture funds equitable sharing programs, identify eligible expenditures, collaborate with outside agency liaisons and prepare annual certifications as required.
• Monitor bi-weekly payroll and provide guidance to employees when necessary.
• Facilitate onboarding of new employees and benefit enrollments as necessary.
• Assist in annual general insurance renewal.
• Establish and enforce internal controls to ensure protection of agency funds, continued accuracy of financial records and to ensure adherence to policies, procedures and workflows.
• Provide guidance and training to employees regarding NYS financial management applications when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Commissioner and Executive Director & General Counsel.

Conditions of Employment:
Retention is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation.

Minimum Qualifications The New York Waterfront Commission (NYWC) is a law enforcement agency vested with licensing and regulatory authority. The NYWC’s mission is to investigate, deter, combat and remedy criminal activity and influence in the Port of New York, and to ensure fair hiring and employment practices so that the Port and region can grow and prosper. The agency conducts investigations into waterfront practices and works with federal, state and local law enforcement partners in complex criminal investigations. It conducts disciplinary hearings to deny or revoke licensure for statutory violations, and to bar those who pose a danger to the public peace or safety or who lack the requisite good character and integrity from port employment.

As the chief fiscal officer of the NYWC, the Comptroller manages the agency’s financial operations, reporting to the Commissioner and Executive Director & General Counsel.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have:
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting or finance, including a minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience. Experience includes but is not limited to general ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, cash disbursements, inventory accounting and internal controls. Comptroller experience in federal, state or local government is preferred.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Power Point at an advanced level.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business. MBA or CPA preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis and reporting standards.
• Experience in regulatory compliance, financial forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to present financial information to agency executives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality of work.
• Problem-solving skills to proactively identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Proficiency in NYS financial management applications (e.g., Statewide Financial System) and NYS procurement policy is highly desirable.

Conditions of Employment:
Retention is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation.

NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES ALONG WITH THE HOURS PER WEEK FOR EACH POSITION LISTED.

Additional Comments Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law, 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.

Telecommuting:

The New York Waterfront Commission (NYWC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to NYWC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, NYWC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the State of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, creed/religion, disability, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, familial status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
It is the policy of the New York Waterfront Commission to provide all qualified persons with equal opportunity in employment and to participate in and receive all the benefits, services, programs and activities of the Commission. Reasonable accommodations will be provided when appropriate to qualified persons with disabilities as are necessary to provide such equal opportunity.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources/KB

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and hours per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.