Finance Coordinator – Accounting Operations

Posted: 20-Mar-24

Location: Bronx, NY, 10460, USA

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 27754

Finance Coordinator – Accounting Operations

Job ID

27754

Location

Hostos Community College

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

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POSITION DETAILS

The Accounting Unit of the Business Office is responsible for managing the College???s overall business affairs. Its main goal is to maintain financial records, establish and manage bank accounts, and report on the fiscal operations of the College for the following non-tax levy (related entities) financial resources: Hostos Community College Foundation, Hostos Community College Association, and the Hostos Community College Auxiliary Enterprises Corporation.

The Revenue Accountant applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as well as Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) definitions to analyze financial information, conduct account reconcilition and monthly closing; and maintain audit trails for assigned accounts and supporting documentation. The Revenue Accountant is also responsible for the managing and accounting of Gross to Net Revenue Adjustments and all associated general ledger accounts.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Business and Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance with GAAP.
• Update daily cash reports for Tution & Fees and non-tax entities using information from bank reports/statements as well as Cash Deposit reports from the Bursar Office.
• Create trial balances, bank reconcilitions (various business units), and financial schedules.
• Reimburse students, agencies, and other entities using Microsoft Great Plains/CUNYFirst.
• Play a key role in month-end closing activities (preparation of journal entries for cash movement, departmental receipts, refunds, revenues, adjustments, etc.)
• Responsible for reconciliation of accrued and deferred revenue and expense accounts.
• Analyze revenue, cash, and projections to prepare monthly GL account reconciliations.
• Participate and support in the preparation of schedules and information for various audits.
• Additional duties and projects as assigned based on business or management needs.
• Work closely with Central Office, Bursar???s Office, and TAP Financial Specialist to reconcile paid and outstanding amounts as well as respond to inquiries.
• Assist with matters related to Auxiliary and Culture & Arts-receipts, disbursements, payroll.
• Supervise Accounting Assistants, College Assistants, and other support staff.
• Essential duties require on-campus presence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree required.

The following qualifications are preferred:

• At least two years experience in higher education
• Experience with PeopleSoft (CUNYFirst)
• Availability to work evening and weekend hours when required

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Performs financial analysis and administrative work related to College or unit accounting.

• Prepares, reconciles and distributes expenditure and related accounting reports
• Creates and maintains various spreadsheets related to financial analysis
• Processes and tracks transactional entries
• Provides support in the administration of various business operations
• Coordinates with various departments on accounting matters
• Monitors systems and operations to assure a smooth workflow
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$49,960 – $62,689; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating to the following links: “Employment” and Search Job Postings”

Please attach resume, cover letter, and three professional references.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin April 10, 2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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About Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College, CUNY
Hostos Community College is an educational agent for change, transforming and improving the quality of life in the South Bronx and neighboring communities since 1968. Hostos serves as a gateway to intellectual growth and socioeconomic mobility, and a point of departure for lifelong learning, success in professional careers, and transfer to advanced higher education programs. The College’s unique “student success coach” program, which partners students with individualized guidance, is emblematic of the premier emphasis on student support and services.
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